Senior High-Performance Computing Engineer Salary.
Across 81 U.S. cities.
$186,000
national median salary
$145,000 to $241,000. Last updated April 2026.
Highest Paying
$267,000
San Jose, CA
Best Purchasing Power
$194,000
Philadelphia, PA
Lowest Paying
$144,000
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 Senior High-Performance Computing Engineer salary in the United States is $186,000 in 2026, with the full range spanning $145,000 at the 25th percentile to $241,000 at the 75th. San Jose pays the most at $267,000, while Philadelphia offers the best purchasing power after cost-of-living adjustments.
Senior High-Performance Computing Engineer salary by city
Skills that increase Senior High-Performance Computing Engineer pay
The skills below command measurable salary premiums for Senior High-Performance Computing Engineers based on job posting data. Learning the top skill here could add $26,040 to your annual compensation.
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Total compensation breakdown
Salary by company size
Remote salary adjustment
Remote Senior High-Performance Computing Engineers typically earn $167,000 (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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