Lead Software Developer Salaries

Lead Software Developer salaries in New Zealand

Base pay
$150K - $165K/yr
$153K/yrAverage base pay
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Lead Software Developer
15+ Years
$139K - $161K/yr
Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui
$139K - $161K/yr
Lead Software Developer
7-9 Years
$141K - $165K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
$141K - $165K/yr
Lead Software Developer
4-6 Years
$152K - $177K/yr
Auckland, Auckland
$152K - $177K/yr

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Frequently asked questions about Lead Software Developer salaries

The average salary for a Lead Software Developer is $153,000 per year or $74 per hour in New Zealand, which is in line with the national average. Top earners have reported making up to $165,000 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in New Zealand is between $150,000 (25th percentile) and $165,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 3 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Lead Software Developer employees in New Zealand as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Lead Software Developer in New Zealand is $165,000 per year, $13,750 per month or $79 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Lead Software Developer in New Zealand is $150,000 per year, $12,500 per month or $72 per hour.