2026 Digital and Tech Salary Guide for Job Seekers
Tech salaries are shifting fast, creating new opportunities for skilled professionals. The 2026 Salary Guide reveals what employers are paying, which roles are most in demand, and where your skills can take you next.
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Chief Information Security Officer: $304K-$483K
Head of Cyber Security: $315K-$483K
Software Development Manager: $152K-$203K
Cybersecurity Architect: $143K-$191
Software Engineer (Senior): $142K-$210K
AI Engineers earn an average annual salary of $167,274, with experienced professionals earning $180,003 or more. The salary range is $129,709 to $184,226, depending on experience and location.
Tech salaries increased by an average of 3-3.5% across most job clusters in 2025, with roles in AI and Data experiencing the highest growth at 4-5%. Despite over 74,000 layoffs, no sector experienced salary decreases.
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