Salary guide 2026
How much do non-coding tech jobs pay?
Non-coding tech roles pay significantly more than traditional jobs. Here are the current salary ranges based on industry data.
ℹ️Salary ranges reflect US market data. Actual compensation varies by location, company size, and experience.
Salary ranges by role
🧭Product Manager
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
📊Data Analyst
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
🎨UX/UI Designer
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
🧪QA Engineer
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
📋Project Manager
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
🤝Customer Success Manager
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
📣Product Marketing Manager
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
🔍Tech Recruiter
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
💼Sales Engineer
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
🤖AI-Adjacent Roles
Entry-level$55k–$110k
Mid-level$75k–$150k
Senior$110k–$220k
Factors that affect your salary
Two candidates with the same title can earn very different amounts depending on these variables.
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Location
San Francisco and New York typically pay 30–60% above national averages. Remote roles have narrowed this gap significantly since 2020.
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Company size
FAANG and late-stage startups pay top-of-market. Early-stage startups often compensate with equity. Mid-size companies land in the middle.
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Skills & tools
SQL, Figma, Jira, and data storytelling consistently push salaries higher. Certifications like PMP or Google Analytics add credibility.
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Years of experience
Entry means 0–2 years, mid is 3–5 years, and senior is 6+ years. High impact and promotions can accelerate this timeline considerably.
How to negotiate your first tech offer
Negotiating is expected — and skipping it is one of the most expensive career mistakes you can make.
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Research the market rate before any offer conversation — use Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, and LinkedIn Salary for role-specific benchmarks.
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Never be the first to name a number. When pressed, give a range with your target at the low end.
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Negotiate the full package: base salary, bonus, equity, PTO, remote flexibility, and professional development budget.
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Get the offer in writing before giving notice at your current job. Verbal commitments are not binding.
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Counter at least once. Studies show 85% of hiring managers expect a counter-offer and have budget to increase the initial offer by 5–15%.
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