Event-Driven Architecture Engineer Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$155,000
national median salary
$121,000 to $202,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$216,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$162,000
Des Moines, IA
Lowest Paying
$123,000
Charleston, WV
Salary data sourced from SEC filings, H-1B Labor Condition Applications (DOL), Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, and aggregated job postings across 50+ platforms. Ranges reflect 25th to 75th percentile for full-time positions. Cost-of-living adjustments use Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2025 index). Last updated April 2026. Baseline derived from BLS SOC 15-1252. Full methodology.
The average Event-Driven Architecture Engineer salary in the United States is $155,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $121,000 at the 25th percentile to $202,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $216,000, while Des Moines offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments.
Event-Driven Architecture Engineer salary by city
Skills that increase Event-Driven Architecture Engineer pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Event-Driven Architecture Engineers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $21,700 to your annual compensation.
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Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote Event-Driven Architecture Engineers typically earn $140,000 (10% less than on-site). This reflects location-adjusted pay policies at companies using geographic salary bands. Some companies pay flat national rates regardless of location.
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