Highest-Paying Technology Jobs in 2026
These technology roles command the highest median salaries worldwide. Figures are annual, in USD, mid-level.
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The ranking
| # | Role | Median (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cloud Architect | $113,600 |
| 2 | Machine Learning Engineer | $108,500 |
| 3 | Product Manager | $101,667 |
| 4 | DevOps Engineer | $84,800 |
| 5 | Data Scientist | $82,300 |
| 6 | Cybersecurity Analyst | $79,200 |
| 7 | UX Designer | $74,800 |
| 8 | Software Engineer | $67,421 |
Salaries are mid-level annual medians in USD.
How this ranking was built
We aggregate salary data from public surveys, official labor statistics and crowdsourced reports across 50+ countries. Each value represents a mid-level professional with 3–5 years of experience. We normalize all currencies to USD using current exchange rates. Read our full methodology for source breakdowns.
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Cloud Architect ranks #1 with a median salary of $113,600 per year.
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