Junior Build/Release Engineer Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$101,000
national median salary
$79,000 to $132,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$144,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$106,000
St. Louis, MO
Lowest Paying
$80,000
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 27-1024. Full methodology.
The average Junior Build/Release Engineer salary in the United States is $101,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $79,000 at the 25th percentile to $132,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $144,000, while St. Louis offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments.
Junior Build/Release Engineer salary by city
Skills that increase Junior Build/Release Engineer pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Junior Build/Release Engineers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $14,140 to your annual compensation.
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Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote Junior Build/Release Engineers typically earn $91,000 (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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