IBM Network Architect salary
Based on 17 H-1B filings by IBM, fiscal years 2025–2026. Base salary only.
Also listed as: Network Engineer, Network Development Engineer
Salary range
| Percentile | Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th | $136,219 |
| 25th | $147,760 |
| 50th (median) | $159,510 |
| 75th | $185,185 |
| 90th | $201,376 |
By state
Bar length: number of filings (California 4). Figure: average salary in that state.
By experience level
| Wage level | Median | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Level I · Entry | – | 0 |
| Level II · Qualified | too few | 5 |
| Level III · Experienced | too few | 2 |
| Level IV · Fully competent | $182,000 | 10 |
Median shown when a level has at least 10 filings.
Questions
How much does a network architect make at IBM?
In H-1B filings, IBM's median base salary for Network Architect is $159,510; half of filings fall between $147,760 and $185,185. Bonus and stock are not included.
Does IBM sponsor H-1B visas for network architects?
Yes. IBM filed 17 certified Labor Condition Applications for this role in FY2025–FY2026. A filing is a step before the visa petition, not an approval.
Which job titles are included?
Filings are grouped by occupation code 15-1241 (Computer Network Architects), so this page covers every job title IBM filed under that code.
Where does this data come from?
The U.S. Department of Labor's public LCA disclosure files, updated every quarter. Methodology