The only one I know personally who is a FTE is making about $40-50k (in the UK).
Most programmers of his seniority in central London are in about the same range. An good architect/team lead with about 10 years experience would be lucky to make $100k.
Most programmers of his seniority in central London are in about the same range. An good architect/team lead with about 10 years experience would be lucky to make $100k.