Site Reliability Engineer Salary in 2026
Site reliability engineers ensure the reliability and performance of large-scale production systems. They automate operations, manage incidents, and define SLOs to balance reliability with velocity.
Median Salary
$144,000
$12,000/mo
Entry Level
$90,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$186,000
experienced
Job Growth
+30%
10-yr outlook
Site Reliability Engineer Overview
Site reliability engineers ensure the reliability and performance of large-scale production systems. They automate operations, manage incidents, and define SLOs to balance reliability with velocity.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Experience
3-6 years
Industry
Technology
Total Jobs (US)
70K
5-Year Growth
+27%
Category
Technology
Hourly Rate
$69.23/hr
Monthly Pay
$12,000
Site Reliability Engineer Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Site Reliability Engineer salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Site Reliability Engineer Salary
$153,000
$12,750/month · $5,885/biweekly · $73.56/hr
Site Reliability Engineer Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Site Reliability Engineer field.
Entry-level Site Reliability Engineers earn around $90,000, while the top 10% earn $203,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Site Reliability Engineers
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $170,000 | +$26,000 |
| New York | $166,000 | +$22,000 |
| Washington | $161,000 | +$17,000 |
| Massachusetts | $161,000 | +$17,000 |
| Illinois | $150,000 | +$6,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Site Reliability Engineers
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | $180,000 | +$36,000 |
| New York | $170,000 | +$26,000 |
| Seattle | $164,000 | +$20,000 |
| Boston | $161,000 | +$17,000 |
| Chicago | $151,000 | +$7,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Site Reliability Engineer Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Site Reliability Engineer from entry level to expert.
$90,000
0-2 years
$138,000
3-7 years
$186,000
8-14 years
$221,000
15+ years
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