What US engineering managers can expect to earn in 2026

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Here’s what senior developers and engineering managers in the United States can expect to earn in base salary during 2026 and beyond.

While most base salaries have slightly declined over the past year, employers are increasingly offering higher pay for specialized skills, and candidates are negotiating with confidence again.

“Specialized skills are the currency of today’s job market,” said Dawn Fay, operational president at the recruiter Robert Half. “To attract and retain in-demand talent, employers must provide competitive pay along with meaningful benefits and perks or risk losing top candidates if their offers don’t measure up.”

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