RealNetworks employees working as Lead Software Development Engineer in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 2 ratings. This is in line with the average of Lead Software Development Engineer professionals at RealNetworks worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Lead Software Development Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $153,279 per year (estimate) and goes up to $475,768 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Lead Software Development Engineer at RealNetworks is $204,141 per year or $98 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $307,599 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $166,551 (25th percentile) and $254,161 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 23 salaries submitted by RealNetworks Lead Software Development Engineer professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Lead Software Development Engineer professionals typically earn between $80 and $122 per hour.
Lead Software Development Engineer professionals typically earn between $13,879 and $21,180 monthly.