post-quantum cryptography (pqc) developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for post-quantum cryptography (pqc), how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring post-quantum cryptography (pqc) pay in 2026?
As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$134,833 a year, with most postings between US$130,940 and US$144,346.
That's about 1% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.
| 25th percentile | US$130,940 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | US$134,833 |
| 75th percentile | US$144,346 |
Advertised base salary, from 12 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for post-quantum cryptography (pqc) in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 11 postings in July 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 1 | US$134,833 |
| July 2026 | 11 | US$134,833 |
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