2025 Charlotte Tech Salary Guide

Learn what Charlotte salaries tech experts should be paid in Motion Recruitment's 2025 Tech Salary Guide. With salary data for over 100 tech positions, Charlotte hiring managers or IT professionals can find expert insights on the evolving tech scene and the latest industry developments.

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IT Salaries and Tech Market Insights for Charlotte in 2025

The Charlotte IT Salary Guide provides the information needed to navigate your tech job search or hiring plans, as tech unemployment rates hover just above 2% and Charlotte companies look to hire IT workers.

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Map Out Your 2025 Strategy for the Charlotte Tech Hiring Market

with Expert Insights & Salary Data

Charlotte, along with the rest of the nation, has seen its tech industry stabilize after five years of fluctuations. As one of the fastest-growing cities for high-tech job growth, Charlotte job seekers and hiring managers need to be able to make the right decisions in the market.

 

With national numbers exceeding 500,000 job posts each month, the ongoing shortage of cybersecurity professionals reaching 4 million globally, and despite concerns about technology replacing jobs, the rise of AI is actually increasing the workforce, Motion's 2025 Charlotte guide covers these trends the IT community cares about and provides starting salary information for top tech roles.

61,540

Tech Jobs Available

North Carolina Unique IT Job Postings totaled 61,540 through the first three quarters of 2024, with postings steadily rising throughout the year.

70%

Tech workers fielding multiple offers

Seventy percent of tech workers who are actively seeking new opportunities are receiving multiple offers. The Charlotte IT workforce shouldn’t be afraid to see what jobs are currently available if unhappy in a role.

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Emerging Tech in Charlotte: AI and Beyond

While Artificial Intelligence is still a major part of the Charlotte tech world conversation, technologies like digital twins are seeing large investments and job growth. The global market for the digital twins industry is projected to reach $75 billion by 2027.

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Q: What Advice Would You Give Charlotte Tech Job Seekers and Hiring Managers in 2025?

From Adam Canton, Executive Director of the Charlotte Office, Motion Recruitment:

“Compromise will be key for Charlotte hiring leaders and job seekers in 2025. Those looking for new opportunities should be willing to be in the office a few times a week, and companies should make that time in the office worthwhile, with a strong company culture and actual one-on-one time for mentorship and growth.”

What will I find in Motion's IT Salary Guide?

What tech job data and trends are covered in the guide?
  • The state of tech employment in 2025, with the impact of layoffs, economic conditions, IT job creation and the tech talent shortage.

  • How the tech industry has finally stabilized after five years of peaks and valleys.

  • Cyber security, artificial intelligence and more: The emerging technology and sectors businesses are hiring for in 2025.

  • Tech hiring and workplace trends, including tech workers heading back to the office, the move to skills-based hiring, and the golden generation in tech.

  • Advice from market experts on what you can do to succeed in 2025.
What valuable insights into IT salary data can I discover?

You will find starting salaries for mid and senior level ranges for over 100 specific job titles across technology areas. There are also city-specific variances included, which you can use to measure the regional salary ranges per tech job.

 

The Guide encompasses IT salaries for top roles from the most in demand technology areas: Software, Data & AI, Security, Infrastructure & DevOps, Mobile, Functional, Product & UX and Executive.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good IT Salary in Charlotte?

In Charlotte, a good IT salary can vary significantly depending on the level of experience and specific role.

For mid-level roles, salaries can range broadly: 

 

  • Software Developers: $107,322 to $137,804 
  • Back End Developers: $117,873 to $150,488 
  • .NET Developers: $100,645 to $126,544 
  • Application Developers: $94,277 to $124,909 

For senior-level positions, the salary ranges are higher: 

 

  • Software Developers: $130,486 to $164,034 
  • Back End Developers: $140,311 to $174,892

  • .NET Developers: $121,543 to $152,547 
  • Application Developers: $125,252 to $142,660 
What IT job has the highest salary in Charlotte?

According to the Motion Recruitment Charlotte IT Salary Guide, the IT job with the highest salary is the Software Architect position, which ranges from $163,333 to $201,205 for senior-level roles. 
 

Have IT salaries increased in Charlotte in 2024?

IT salaries in Charlotte have experienced an increase in 2024. The overall trend for the tech industry in 2024 shows a cautious but steady rise in salaries across various tech sectors. This growth reflects a more mature and sustainable expansion compared to the peak heights of previous years. 
 

What impacted IT job growth in Charlotte?

IT job growth in 2024 was influenced by several key factors: 

  1. Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: AI and machine learning roles were among the highest priorities for many businesses looking to transform in the upcoming years. There was a significant focus on reskilling in AI and Big Data, driven by substantial investments and expected market revenue growth.

  2. Generative AI Technology: There's a marked growth in generative AI technologies, which impacted job growth through increased demand for tech professionals skilled in these areas. Companies were investing heavily in AI processors within data centers, leading to an estimated quadrupling of spending by 2025.

  3. Compensation and Talent Availability: High compensation for AI-focused roles was notable, with some roles offering significant salary boosts compared to non-AI roles. The availability of skilled candidates in AI, although challenging, improved year-over-year, which influenced job market dynamics.