Software Architect

This position ranks as the highest-paying tech job in the Glassdoor report, with an average base salary of nearly $131K. The software architect has responsibility for initially designing new software, as well as fleshing out its development and revisions. The role, which often requires a bachelor's degree at entry level, involves defining product requirements, ensuring functionality, and understanding integration with existing platforms.CIO.com notes that at the mid- to upper levels, the salaries of software architects can grow even larger. Principal software architects and chief architects of IT can expect to make into the mid-150s.