Principal Software Engineer salary in Canada
Based on 11 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median principal software engineer pay is $199,950 a year. The middle half of postings pay between $187,730 and $212,472.
Lower 25%$187,730
Median$199,950
Upper 25%$212,472
Pay figures are taken from employer postings that list pay. They are not estimates. Updated November 6, 2026.
By province
| Location | Lower 25% | Median | Upper 25% | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $164,793 | $201,250 | $251,248 | 6 |
Common questions
How much does a principal software engineer make in Canada?
Based on 11 Canadian job postings that list pay, the median principal software engineer pay is $199,950 a year. The middle half of postings pay between $187,730 and $212,472.
Where do principal software engineers earn the most?
Among provinces with enough data, Ontario has the highest median advertised pay at $201,250 a year.