Career comparison
Senior Software Engineer vs Physician
Compensation, growth, stability, and remote flexibility — side by side.
Senior Software Engineer
$175,000
Elite Career • 88/100
Physician
$239,000
Strong Career • 78/100
Side-by-side metrics
| Metric | Senior Software Engineer | Physician |
|---|---|---|
| Industry | Technology | Healthcare |
| National median | $175,000 | $239,000 |
| Entry (p10) | $120,000 | $165,000 |
| Top 10% (p90) | $280,000 | $400,000 |
| Growth outlook | Much faster than average | Faster than average |
| Typical education | Bachelor's degree | Doctoral degree |
| Remote score | 88/100 | 40/100 |
| Career Opportunity | 88/100 (Elite Career) | 78/100 (Strong Career) |
Opportunity dimensions
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Senior Software Engineer score
88/100
Excellent
88
Elite Career
Physician score
78/100
Strong
78
Strong Career