$127,260
Median Salary
Salary Range
$75,000 - $250,000+
25%
Automation Risk
Low Risk
Growing
Job Outlook
Software engineering careers are uniquely volatile. Boom-and-bust hiring cycles, rapid skill obsolescence, and the constant pressure to stay current make financial and career planning essential. CareerPhases helps software engineers understand their automation risk, optimize their finances during high-earning years, and plan strategic career moves.
Common Challenges
Layoff Volatility
Tech layoffs can happen suddenly, even at top companies. 2022-2023 saw over 400,000 tech workers laid off.
Skill Obsolescence
Technologies change rapidly. Skills that were hot 3 years ago may be outdated today.
Compensation Complexity
Stock options, RSUs, bonuses, and varying salary bands make financial planning difficult.
Career Plateau
Moving from IC to management, or staying technical, requires strategic planning.
How CareerPhases Helps
Track Your Runway
Know exactly how long you can survive between jobs with our financial runway calculator.
Assess Skill Risk
Understand which of your skills are in demand and which might become obsolete.
Plan Equity Strategy
Optimize your RSU vesting schedule and stock option decisions.
AI Career Coach
Get personalized advice on when to job hop, negotiate raises, or pivot specializations.
“After my startup imploded, CareerPhases helped me understand I had 8 months of runway — not the 3 I thought. That clarity changed how I approached my job search.”
Marcus T.
Senior Software Engineer
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