cryptography developer demand

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How many developer roles ask for cryptography, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.

What do roles requiring cryptography pay in 2026?

As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$210,356 a year, with most postings between US$161,125 and US$221,928.

That's about 58% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.

25th percentileUS$161,125
Median (50th percentile)US$210,356
75th percentileUS$221,928

Advertised base salary, from 6 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.

How strong is hiring demand for cryptography in 2026?

Tarmac tracked 12 postings in July 2026.

MonthPostingsMedian salary
October 20251US$210,356
March 20262US$210,356
April 20263US$210,356
May 20266US$210,356
June 202616US$210,356
July 202612US$210,356

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