on-premises infrastructure developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for on-premises infrastructure, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring on-premises infrastructure pay in 2026?
As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$138,986 a year, with most postings between US$123,341 and US$171,665.
That's about 4% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.
| 25th percentile | US$123,341 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | US$138,986 |
| 75th percentile | US$171,665 |
Advertised base salary, from 13 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for on-premises infrastructure in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 12 postings in July 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| April 2026 | 3 | US$136,755 |
| May 2026 | 1 | US$136,755 |
| June 2026 | 2 | US$136,755 |
| July 2026 | 12 | US$138,986 |
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