vulnerability remediation developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for vulnerability remediation, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring vulnerability remediation pay in 2026?
As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$132,248 a year, with most postings between US$126,128 and US$136,536.
That's about 1% less than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.
| 25th percentile | US$126,128 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | US$132,248 |
| 75th percentile | US$136,536 |
Advertised base salary, from 20 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for vulnerability remediation in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 19 postings in July 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 1 | US$132,248 |
| July 2026 | 19 | US$132,248 |
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