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How much is the average software engineering salary by country?
That’s what you’ll learn today. In this post, you’ll find the average salaries of 20+ countries, including the United States, European Union, India, and many more, from 2022. We compared data from over a dozen countries where software engineering is growing and thriving.
Ready to learn more? Here are the results!
Which country pays software engineers the most?
Which country comes out on top for software engineering salaries? The United States is highest on the list, with Israel and several European countries trailing behind.
The top three in our comparison are: the United States, Switzerland, and Israel.
Denmark, Canada, and Norway are next, with Australia, the UK, Germany, and Sweden rounding out the top 10.
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| 1. United States | $110,140 |
| 2. Switzerland | $97,518 |
| 3. Israel | $71,559 |
| 4. Denmark | $63,680 |
| 5. Canada | $61,680 |
| 6. Norway | $57,013 |
| 7. Australia | $55,640 |
| 8. United Kingdom | $55,275 |
| 9. Germany | $52,275 |
| 10. Sweden | $50,437 |
The Average Software Engineering Salary by Country
What are the average software engineering salaries around the world?
The best-paying countries are the US, Israel, and several European countries. However, even within a country, there can be big differences, as developers in major cities tend to get better paid than developers living outside of urban areas.
The highest paying countries in our research are:
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| United States | $110,140 |
| Switzerland | $97,518 |
| Israel | $71,559 |
| Denmark | $63,680 |
| Canada | $61,680 |
| Norway | $57,013 |
| Australia | $55,640 |
| United Kingdom | $55,275 |
| Germany | $52,275 |
| Sweden | $50,437 |
| Ireland | $48,427 |
| Finland | $47,850 |
| The Netherlands | $45,180 |
| France | $43,849 |
| New Zealand | $42,399 |
| Singapore | $41,864 |
| Argentina | $39,898 |
| Japan | $36,024 |
But what about the rest of the world? Which countries have the lowest software engineering salaries? Below is a sample list of countries with the lowest salaries for developers.
As you can see, developing countries like Nigeria pay the lowest at $7,255/year. India, a country where Western companies tend to outsource their technical needs, has an average yearly salary of $7,725. Developers in Eastern European countries can expect a significantly lower salary than their Western colleagues. In Poland a developer will typically make $22,740, and in Ukraine, the average is $22,348.
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| China | $23,790 |
| Russia | $23,737 |
| Poland | $22,740 |
| Ukraine | $22,348 |
| South Africa | $19,151 |
| Brazil | $11,337 |
| Philippines | $7,936 |
| India | $7,725 |
| Nigeria | $7,255 |
Which country has the highest demand for software engineers?
Overall, software development is the most in-demand profession in the world. According to PageGroup, the countries with the highest demand for software developers are Canada, Australia, Russia, Sweden, and New Zealand. As there is a shortage of developers, salaries also tend to be higher.
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The Average Software Engineering Salary in the US
The average software developer salary in the US is $110,140 per year or $9,178 per month. The average junior developer salary is $69,354 per year or $5,779 per month. The average senior developer salary, on the other hand, is $104,188 per year or $8,682 per month.
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Extremely high and varying salaries for leads and head of’s, especially in the Bay Area, bring the national average up, but there can be big differences between states and cities. Here are the top-paying states and cities in the US:
Software engineering salaries in the US by state
What are the top-paying US states for software developers? Not surprisingly, California is the highest paying state for software engineers with a median salary of $146,770. Washington is ranked second, and Maryland comes in third place.
| State | Salary |
|---|---|
| 1. California | $146,770 |
| 2. Washington | $145,150 |
| 3. Maryland | $131,240 |
| 4. New York | $129,950 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $128,790 |
Software engineering salaries in the US by city
The top-paying cities in the US include San Jose ($167,420), San Francisco ($158,320), and Seattle ($148,200). Interestingly, some nonmetropolitan areas offer similar median wages, such as the Southern Vermont and Eastern Oregon nonmetropolitan areas, where a software developer can earn $133,050 and $125,310, respectively.
Highest Paid Metro Areas
| Metropolitan Area | Salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose/Sunnyvale/Santa Clara | $167,420 |
| San Francisco/Oakland/Hayward | $158,320 |
| Seattle/Tacoma/Bellevue | $148,220 |
| Baltimore/Columbia/Towson | $137,510 |
| Santa Cruz/Watsonville | $134,680 |
| Washington D.C./Arlington/Alexandria | $133,850 |
| New York/Newark/Jersey City | $133,620 |
| San Diego/Carlsbad | $133,580 |
| Napa Valley | $131,930 |
| Sacramento/Roseville/Arden-Arcade | $130,690 |
Highest Paid Nonmetropolitan Areas
| Nonmetropolitan Area | Salary |
|---|---|
| Southern Vermont | $133,050 |
| Eastern Oregon | $125,310 |
| Western Washington | $119,610 |
| Hawaii/Kauai | $115,770 |
| Massachusetts | $115,250 |
Software engineering salaries by programming language in the US
If we look at programming languages, it’s clear that some of them pay better than others. Popular backend languages like Go and Python top the list. However, these are average salaries, so there can be big differences depending on where a developer is located.
● Go is the best-paid language at $120,577.
● Ruby comes in second place at $119,558.
● Python pays an average of $114,904.
● The average salary for Java is $112,013.
● JavaScript typically pays $111,922 in the US.
● Android developers make on average $109,377.
● iOS has a slightly lower average salary compared to Android, at $108,783.
● And Rust isn’t far behind, $108,744.
● C pays an average of $101,734.
● PHP typically pays $92,867.
● And out of these languages, SQL pays the least; $85,845.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Golang | $120,577 |
| Ruby | $119,55 |
| Python | $114,904 |
| Java | $112,013 |
| JavaScript | $111,922 |
| Android | $109,377 |
| iOS | $108,783 |
| Rust | $108,744 |
| C | $101,734 |
| PHP | $92,867 |
| SQL | $85,845 |
Software engineering salaries by job title in the US
Job titles can make a big difference for tech talent. While software developers get paid an average of $110,140, programmers are, on average, paid $105,310.
- Software developers and software quality assurance analysts and testers are paid, on average, $110,140.
- Software and web developers, programmers, and testers trail close behind, at $105,310.
- Computer occupations are paid $91,250.
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The Average Software Engineering Salary in Europe
What’s the average software developer salary in Europe? The average salary is lower than in the US, but benefits and cost of living tend to outweigh some of those differences.
Overall, European countries differ a lot between East and West. Western European developers make at least $40,000+ a year, whereas developers in Eastern Europe can expect significantly less, around $20,000+ a year. Southern European developers are also paid less than their Northern counterparts. Developers in Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Greece can expect between $21,314 to $36,323 per year.
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | $97,518 |
| Denmark | $63,680 |
| Norway | $57,013 |
| United Kingdom | $55,275 |
| Germany | $52,275 |
| Estonia | $52,816 |
| Austria | $51,536 |
| Sweden | $50,437 |
| Ireland | $48,427 |
| Finland | $47,850 |
| The Netherlands | $45,180 |
| France | $43,849 |
| Belgium | $39,687 |
| Spain | $36,323 |
| Italy | $32,579 |
| The Czech Republic | $29,721 |
| Portugal | $25,331 |
| Poland | $22,740 |
| Hungary | $22,353 |
| Ukraine | $22,348 |
| Greece | $21,314 |
| Bulgaria | $17,461 |
The average software engineering salary in Switzerland
The average software developer salary in Switzerland is $97,518 or $8,126 per month.
The average junior software developer salary in Switzerland is $89,643 or $7,470 per month. The average senior software developer salary is $127,693 or $10,641.
As is the case most often, developers in bigger cities tend to get better paid; in Switzerland, developers in Zurich are paid, on average, $110,123 or $9,176 per month.
In terms of programming language, there are some differences reflected in salaries:
- SQL developers are paid the most in Switzerland, $108,868.
- Golang pays an average of $108,827.
- Rust is the third-highest paid language at $108,308.
- The average yearly salary for Android is $104,256.
- Python developers are paid $100,315.
- Whereas iOS developers get paid $96,161.
- Ruby developers are worth $93,280.
- And Java developers get paid, on average, $91,706.
- PHP developers get paid $88,131.
- JavaScript developers are paid the least in Switzerland, $80,285.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| SQL | $108,868 |
| Golang | $108,827 |
| Rust | $108,308 |
| Android | $104,256 |
| Python | $100,315 |
| iOS | $96,161 |
| Ruby | $93,280 |
| Java | $91,706 |
| PHP | $88,131 |
| JavaScript | $80,285 |
The average software engineering salary in the United Kingdom
The average developer salary in the United Kingdom is $55,275 per year or $4,606 per month.
However, the average software developer salary in London is significantly higher; $73,993 per year or $6,166 per month.
The average junior software developer salary in the UK is $38,664 per year or $3,222 per month, and the average senior developer salary is $77,603 per year or $6,466 per month.
Average salaries can vary a lot depending on the language. For instance, the average salary for Ruby is far higher than for PHP or SQL.
- Ruby developers are paid the most in the UK, $85,354.
- Golang pays $79,726, and Rust $73,593.
- iOS developers tend to be paid $73,147.
- Python developers have an average salary of $67,570.
- Java developers are paid $46,774.
- Android developers are paid $44,112.
- JavaScript developers earn $42,924.
- And last on the list are SQL developers at $39,973, and PHP developers at $36,832.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Ruby | $83,354 |
| Golang | $79,726 |
| Rust | $73,147 |
| iOS | $73,147 |
| Python | $67,570 |
| Java | $46,774 |
| Android | $44,112 |
| JavaScript | $42,924 |
| SQL | $39,973 |
| PHP | $36,832 |
The average software engineering salary in Germany
The average software developer salary in Germany is $52,913 per year or $4,409 per month.
Junior developers are, on average, paid $51,188 per year or $4,265, and senior developers can expect to be paid $78,194 per year or $6,516 per month.
As usual, there is a significant difference between cities and the rest of the country; a software developer in Berlin will typically get paid $65,524 per year, while Munich-based developers are paid a little more; approximately $66,880 per year.
What about programming languages, then? The best-paid languages in Germany are Golang at $65,533 and Ruby at $63,616.
- Golang pays $65,533 and Ruby pays $63,616.
- Rust comes in third place at $62,827.
- iOS developers are paid $62,586.
- PHP developers come in fifth place at $59,020.
- Android developers are paid $56,572.
- SQL developers in Germany earn, on average, $56,391.
- JavaScript developers are paid $55,000, and Python developers $52,535.
- Finally, Java developers are paid $52,404.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Golang | $65,533 |
| Ruby | $63,616 |
| Rust | $62,827 |
| iOS | $62,586 |
| PHP | $59,020 |
| Android | $56,572 |
| SQL | $56,391 |
| JavaScript | $55,000 |
| Python | $52,535 |
| Java | $52,404 |
The average software engineering salary in France
In France, software developers make an average of $43,849 every year or $3,654 per month.
Senior developers earn $59,024 per year or $4,918 per month, and junior developers make $36,523 per year or $3,043 per month. In Paris, the average software developer earns $50,693.
In terms of languages, Golang is the best-paid language at $50,622 per year. Ruby comes in second place, while PHP and Java pay the least.
- Golang is the best-paid language at $50,622.
- On average, Ruby pays $48,581.
- SQL pays $47,619.
- Python is in fourth place at $46,964.
- JavaScript pays $45,644.
- iOS pays slightly more than Android, $43,501 versus $42,020.
- PHP pays $40,566, and Java comes in last place at $40,160.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Golang | $50,622 |
| Ruby | $48,581 |
| SQL | $47,619 |
| Python | $46,964 |
| JavaScript | $45,644 |
| iOS | $43,501 |
| Android | $42,020 |
| PHP | $50,566 |
| Java | $40,160 |
Average Salaries in Other High-Paying Countries
Let's take a look at other high-paying countries around the world where local developers are still well paid compared to their local cost-of-living:
The average software engineering salary in Israel
In Israel, the average yearly software developer salary is $71,559 per year or $5,963 per month. Junior developers make $69,851 per year or $5,820 per month, whereas senior developers make $114,751 per year or $9,562 per month. Software developers in Tel Aviv are typically paid $90,788 per year or $7,565 per month.
As for languages, Golang ($109,702 per year) and Python ($83,369 per year) pay the most. PHP and, surprisingly, Ruby pay the least in Israel, $64,573 and $64,525 per year respectively.
- Golang devs make an average of $109,702.
- Python developers make $83,369.
- Mobile developers are paid the third and fourth-best; Android developers are paid $78,558 per year and iOS developers are paid $76,692 per year.
- Java developers are paid $74,251.
- JavaScript developers earn $72,028.
- SQL developers are paid $65,770 in Israel.
- PHP ($64,573) and Ruby ($64,525) are the worst-paid languages in Israel.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Golang | $109,702 |
| Python | $83,369 |
| Android | $78,558 |
| iOS | $76,692 |
| Java | $74,251 |
| JavaScript | $72,028 |
| SQL | $65,770 |
| PHP | $64,525 |
| Ruby | $64,525 |
The average software engineering salary in Japan
The average developer salary is $36,024 per year or $3,002 per month in Japan. Software developers in Tokyo are paid slightly more on average, $45,552 per year or $3,796 per month. Junior developers get paid $26,553 per year or $2,212 per month. Senior software developers get paid $53,773 per year or $4,481 per month.
In terms of programming languages, iOS pays the most with Ruby in second place. SQL and Java are the worst-paid programming languages in Japan.
- iOS developers make $72,194, the highest on the list.
- Ruby pays $53,128 per year while Golang $51,652 per year.
- Android developers make an average of $38,730 per year in Japan.
- Python developers make $36,021 and JavaScript developers earn $33,859.
- PHP developers are paid, on average, $33,625 per year.
- SQL developers are paid $31,815 and Java developers are paid the least, $23,623 per year.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| iOS | $72,194 |
| Ruby | $53,128 |
| Golang | $51,652 |
| Android | $38,730 |
| Python | $36,021 |
| JavaScript | $33,859 |
| PHP | $33,625 |
| SQL | $31,815 |
| Java | $23,623 |
The average software engineering salary in India
The average software developer salary in India is $7,725 per year or $643 per month. Developers in New Delhi are paid slightly more, at $10,211 per year or $851 per month. Junior developers are paid $5,488 or $457 per month. Senior developers, on the other hand, are paid $11,999 per year or $1,000 per month.
Ruby is the highest-paid programming language in India at $12,372 per year. Android is the lowest paid language at $5,181. Here’s the full list:
- Ruby developers in India are the best paid at $12,372 per year.
- Golang is the second-highest-paid language at $10,446.
- Java comes in second at $9,519 per year.
- iOS developers get paid $8,577 per year.
- JavaScript developers earn $8,429 each year.
- Python developers make $7,506 per year, and PHP developers earn $3,717.
- SQL developers are, on average, paid $5,688.
- Android developers are paid $5,181 per year and are the lowest paid software developers in India.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Ruby | $12,372 |
| Golang | $10,446 |
| Java | $9,519 |
| iOS | $8,577 |
| JavaScript | $8,429 |
| Python | $7,506 |
| PHP | $3,717 |
| SQL | $5,688 |
| Android | $5,181 |
The Average Software Engineering Salary in the Philippines
In the Philippines, the average software developer salary is $7,936 per year or $661 per month. Junior developers are paid $5,256 per year and $438 per month. Senior software developers in the Philippines are paid $13,164 per year or $1,097 per month. In Manila, the average salary is slightly higher, $8,772 per year or $731 per month.
In terms of specific languages, Java pays the most in the Philippines at $10,833 per year. iOS pays the worst; iOS developers in the Philippines can expect to earn $3,059 per year.
- Java pays the most in the Philippines, and Java developers are paid, on average, $10,833 per year.
- Golang is the second-best paid language at $9,928 per year.
- Python developers earn $8,888 per year in the Philippines.
- PHP developers make $8,748 per year.
- The average salary for Ruby developers is $6,742 per year.
- SQL developers make $6,698 per year.
- Android developers make $6,338 per year.
- Javascript developers ($5,409) and iOS developers ($3,059) make the least in the Philippines.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Java | $10,833 |
| Golang | $9,928 |
| Python | $8,888 |
| PHP | $8,748 |
| Ruby | $6,742 |
| SQL | $6,698 |
| Android | $6,338 |
| JavaScript | $5,409 |
| iOS | $3,059 |
The Average Software Engineering Salary in Nigeria
The average software developer salary in Nigeria is $7,255 per year. For junior developers, this means $1,453 per year or $121 per month, while senior software developers make $14,182 per year or $1,181 per month.
Developers in Abuja make slightly less than the national average, $5,808 per year or $484 per month.
In terms of programming languages, developers with knowledge of Ruby are best-paid ($12,110), while PHP and JavaScript developers are paid the least.
- Ruby developers make, on average, $12,110 in Nigeria.
- Golang developers are paid $7,266 per year.
- Python developers are paid $7,225, while SQL developers make $5,650 per year.
- iOS developers can expect to earn $4,844/year.
- Java developers make $4,640 per year.
- Android and PHP developers earn $3,875 per year and $3,482 per year, respectively.
- JavaScript developers make $2,830 per year.
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Ruby | $12,110 |
| Golang | $7,266 |
| Python | $7,225 |
| SQL | $5,650 |
| iOS | $4,844 |
| Java | $4,640 |
| Android | $3,875 |
| PHP | $3,482 |
| JavaScript | $2,830 |
The Average Software Engineering Salary by City, Globally
If we compare software engineer salaries in different cities across the globe, US cities come out on top as the highest-paid cities. San Jose is the best-paid city for the average software developer at $167,420 per year, with San Francisco trailing closely behind ($158,320). Software developers get paid the least in Abuja, Nigeria in this comparison ($5,808). Here is a summary of the cities we looked at for the article:
- San Jose is the best-paid city ($167,420).
- San Francisco is close behind. Here, software developers can expect an average salary of $158,320.
- Seattle, WA comes in third place at $148,220.
- Baltimore, MD comes in fourth place at $137,510.
- Santa Cruz is also home to well-paid developers; here, software developers earn an average of $134,680.
- Washington D.C. comes in at #5 ($133,850/year), and New York comes in sixth, where developers earn, on average, $133,620.
- San Diego, CA (#7) boasts an average salary of $133,580, while the typical salary in Napa, CA (#8) is $131,930. Developers in Sacramento, CA (#9) earn an average salary of $130,690.
- In Zurich, Switzerland (#10), software developers can expect an average salary of $110,123.
- Tel Aviv-based developers are among the best-paid developers internationally at $90,788/year.
- In London, developers can expect to get paid an average of $73,993/year.
- Munich-based developers are paid slightly better than Berlin developers at $66,880/year, while their Berlin counterparts are paid $65,524/year.
- In Tokyo, developers average $45,552 per year.
- However, in New Delhi, the average salary drops quite a bit. Here, developers are paid $10,211/year.
- In Manila (Philippines), developers are paid $8,772.
- In Abuja, Nigeria, the average developer makes $5,808 per year.
| City | Salary |
|---|---|
| San Jose | $167,420 |
| San Francisco | $158,320 |
| Seattle | $148,220 |
| Baltimore | $137,510 |
| Santa Cruz | $134,680 |
| Washington D.C. | $133,850 |
| New York | $133,620 |
| San Diego | $133,580 |
| Napa | $131,930 |
| Sacramento | $130,690 |
| Zurich | $110,123 |
| Tel Aviv | $90,788 |
| London | $73,993 |
| Munich | $66,880 |
| Berlin | $65,524 |
| Tokyo | $45,552 |
| New Delhi | $10,211 |
| Manila | $8,772 |
| Abuja | $5,808 |
The Average Software Engineering Salary by Programming Language
What languages are the best-paid if we compare them? Here is the average software engineer salary by language. Golang and Ruby tend to be highly paid languages, whereas JavaScript and PHP are the languages with the lowest salaries.
The average salaries across all ten countries in our comparison are:
| Language | Salary |
|---|---|
| Golang | $61,427 |
| Ruby | $55,847 |
| iOS | $54,954 |
| Python | $52,318 |
| Android | $48,902 |
| SQL | $47,020 |
| Java | $46,592 |
| JavaScript | $45,833 |
| PHP | $43,656 |
Golang
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $120,577 |
| Israel | $109,702 |
| Switzerland | $108,827 |
| UK | $79,726 |
| Germany | $65,533 |
| Japan | $51,652 |
| France | $50,622 |
| India | $10,446 |
| Philippines | $9,928 |
| Nigeria | $7,266 |
Ruby
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $119,558 |
| Switzerland | $93,280 |
| UK | $85,354 |
| Israel | $64,525 |
| Germany | $62,827 |
| Japan | $53,128 |
| France | $48,581 |
| India | $12,372 |
| Nigeria | $12,110 |
| Philippines | $6,742 |
Python
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $114,904 |
| Switzerland | $100,315 |
| Israel | $83,369 |
| UK | $67,570 |
| Germany | $52,535 |
| France | $46,964 |
| Japan | $36,021 |
| India | $7,506 |
| Nigeria | $7,255 |
| Philippines | $6,742 |
Java
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $112,013 |
| Switzerland | $91,706 |
| Israel | $74,251 |
| Germany | $52,404 |
| UK | $46,774 |
| France | $40,160 |
| Japan | $23,623 |
| Philippines | $10,833 |
| India | $9,519 |
| Nigeria | $4,640 |
JavaScript
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $111,922 |
| Switzerland | $80,285 |
| Israel | $72,028 |
| Germany | $55,000 |
| France | $45,644 |
| UK | $42,924 |
| Japan | $33,859 |
| Philippines | $8,429 |
| India | $5,409 |
| Nigeria | $2,830 |
Android
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $109,377 |
| Switzerland | $104,256 |
| Israel | $78,558 |
| Germany | $56,572 |
| UK | $44,112 |
| France | $42,020 |
| Japan | $38,730 |
| Philippines | $6,338 |
| India | $5,181 |
| Nigeria | $3,875 |
iOS
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $108,783 |
| Switzerland | $96,161 |
| Israel | $76,692 |
| UK | $73,147 |
| Japan | $72,194 |
| Germany | $62,586 |
| France | $43,501 |
| India | $8,577 |
| Nigeria | $4,844 |
| Philippines | $3,059 |
SQL
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | $108,868 |
| USA | $85,845 |
| Israel | $65,770 |
| Germany | $56,391 |
| France | $47,619 |
| UK | $39,973 |
| Japan | $31,815 |
| Philippines | $6,698 |
| India | $5,688 |
| Nigeria | $5,650 |
PHP
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| USA | $92,867 |
| Switzerland | $88,131 |
| Israel | $64,573 |
| Germany | $59,020 |
| France | $40,566 |
| UK | $36,832 |
| Japan | $33,625 |
| Philippines | $8,748 |
| India | $3,717 |
| Nigeria | $3,482 |
Junior Software Engineering Salaries by Country
If we look at the average junior software engineer salary by country, we can see that some of the otherwise higher-paying countries slide down in the rankings. For instance, the US is third on the list with Switzerland and Israel jumping ahead. German junior software developers get paid better than those in the UK, France, and Japan, and Nigerian junior developers are remunerated more than those in India or the Philippines.
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | $89,643 |
| Israel | $69,851 |
| USA | $69,354 |
| Germany | $51,188 |
| UK | $38,664 |
| France | $36,523 |
| Japan | $26,553 |
| Nigeria | $7,255 |
| India | $5,488 |
| Philippines | $5,256 |
Senior Software Engineering Salaries by Country
How do senior software developer salaries compare? Here is the average senior software developer salary by country.
Switzerland tops the list again with Israel in second and the US third. German senior developers make slightly more than those in the UK, who, again, earn more than senior software developers based in France and Japan. Out of developing countries, Nigeria leads the comparison with India last.
| Country | Salary |
|---|---|
| Switzerland | $127,693 |
| Israel | $114,751 |
| USA | $104,188 |
| Germany | $78,194 |
| UK | $77,603 |
| France | $59,024 |
| Japan | $53,773 |
| Nigeria | $14,182 |
| Philippines | $13,164 |
| India | $11,999 |
Over to you!
There you have it. That’s the list of the average software engineering salaries around the world!
As you can see, there are big differences between individual countries. Software development is, still, one of the most highly sought-after and best-paid professions in the world.
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FAQs
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The best-paid developers are in the USA
The United States of America is the world's top paying country, with an average yearly software engineer gross salary of $95,879.
The best-paid developers are in the USA
The United States of America is the world's top paying country, with an average yearly software engineer gross salary of $95,879.
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In the 2021–2031 period, IT experts can expect about 162,900 job openings annually, following The Bureau of Labor Statistics. As for salaries, the IT Salary Report 2022 shows that the median pay for IT experts increased by 4% in 2022. In comparison, in 2021, it was only a 2.3% growth.
What is the salary trend for software engineers 2022? ›While ZipRecruiter is seeing annual salaries as high as $179,000 and as low as $25,000, the majority of 2022 Software Engineer salaries currently range between $77,500 (25th percentile) to $137,000 (75th percentile) with top earners (90th percentile) making $163,500 annually across the United States.
Which country is no 1 in software engineering? ›1. Singapore. Not only does Singapore have some of the world's best universities for studying software engineering. The country also has a wealth of employment opportunities in the industry.
Are software engineers rich in USA? ›Software engineering is one of the best paid fields to work in. It's definitely possible for Software Engineers to become millionaires. Let's go over the many ways this is possible.
Is USA best place for software engineers? ›Seattle Remains on Top but Don't Mess with Texas
That being said, in 2021, three out of the top five cities for real income earnings are in Texas. Even if you don't work for either company, as a remote developer living in Seattle, you also enjoy the perks of a bigger paycheck.
However, there is still a significant demand for tech professionals in our technological world, particularly software developers. Software development is the bedrock of the tech industry. Software engineers with valuable skill sets, experience and drive will quickly find other positions and opportunities.
What is the highest salary of a software engineer at Google? ›What is the salary of Software Engineer at Google ? Average Google Software Engineer salary in India is ₹ 44.1 Lakhs for experience between 1 years to 11 years. Software Engineer salary at Google India ranges between ₹ 12.0 Lakhs to ₹ 100.0 Lakhs.
Do software engineers make 300K a year? ›
While ZipRecruiter is seeing annual salaries as high as $296,000 and as low as $43,000, the majority of Software Engineer 300K salaries currently range between $100,000 (25th percentile) to $212,000 (75th percentile) with top earners (90th percentile) making $275,500 annually across the United States.
At what age do software engineers make the most money? ›Earnings peak in the late 40s
The late 40s represent the highest earnings of a developer's life, where the average developer earns 28.7% more than the typical 26-30 year old (the most common age range in the data), after which pay stabilizes before finally beginning to decline in the early 60s.
Supply/demand: When demand outstrips supply, prices rise. The demand for software so vastly outstrips the ability to produce it that salaries are being driven very high because 2. The marginal value that an employee can produce.
How often should you get a raise as a software engineer? ›If it's been over 12 months since your last pay rise, then you've effectively had a pay cut because inflation is real. As a software engineer, you should be getting a raise at least once a year.
What is the 90th percentile for software developer salary? ›$103,500 is the 75th percentile. Salaries above this are outliers. $126,000 is the 90th percentile.
Why are software engineer salaries so high? ›They also often receive large performance-based bonuses. There is a lot of skill and education that goes into becoming a software engineer. Specialized fields often pay more because there's a lack of competition, and companies also want to make sure that they are keeping the best talent out there.
Where are the smartest software engineers? ›HackerRank Study Findings
The HackerRank study that China and Russia had the most talented programmers and developers. Developers from China outscored programmers from other countries not only in mathematics but also in functional programming and data structure challenges.
As you can see, developing countries like Nigeria pay the lowest at $7,255/year. India, a country where Western companies tend to outsource their technical needs, has an average yearly salary of $7,725. Developers in Eastern European countries can expect a significantly lower salary than their Western colleagues.
Which country is top in coding? ›One important thing that China considers when it comes to coding education is that it always links coding to the future, and that's how they come as the leaders and stand on top of the list. The best programmers out there are located in China and this goes back to their accuracy as well as speed.
Can you make 200k as a software engineer? ›Software Engineering is a very well paid career field. It's definitely possible to make $200k as a Software Engineer. Salaries are very high, especially in the US, because venture capital puts so much money into startups.
Do software engineers make 500k? ›
However, $500,000 a year is far higher than the average salary of a software engineer. Software engineers typically earn a salary that falls within the range of $60,000 per year to $130,000 per year.
What is the salary for a software engineer with a Masters USA? ›| Job Title | Range | Average |
|---|---|---|
| Lead Software Engineer | Range:$91k - $171k | Average:$127,921 |
| Principal Software Engineer | Range:$111k - $178k | Average:$142,178 |
| Software Development Manager | Range:$89k - $173k | Average:$129,082 |
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the best fields for anyone interested in becoming a Software Engineer are computer science, computer engineering, and software engineering, but any other bachelor's degree programs related to computer systems or computer software should be enough to begin a software ...
Is there a shortage of software engineers in the US? ›In 2022, the software engineering and development industry is facing a significant shortage of qualified professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the demand for software developers is projected to grow by 21% from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.
Which software skill is most in demand in USA? ›Python, JavaScript, SQL, Java, and CSS are the top five programming languages with the highest job opportunities. In the upcoming years, it is anticipated that these languages will be in high demand.
Why do most software engineers quit? ›Boring projects
Although it can sound oversimplified, boredom can be a major reason developers leave their jobs. Developers want to be challenged, inspired, work on exciting projects that provide them with opportunities to learn and grow.
The rate of layoffs is accelerating, with approximately 69,000 jobs lost in 2023 as of 6 a.m. EST Monday, including from companies such as Alphabet, Salesforce and SAP.
Is IT stressful being a software engineer? ›Mental health issues are also a common cause of burnout in the tech industry. IT programming is a highly cognitively intensive and stressful job, requiring problem-solving skills and intense concentration. That can lead to mental fatigue and exhaustion, like a muscle tired after lifting weights for hours.
How much does a L5 software engineer make at Google? ›$288,417. The estimated total pay for a Senior Software Engineer (L5) at Google is $288,417 per year. This number represents the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated base pay is $166,699 per year.
How much does a L5 software engineer at Google make? ›| Level Name | Total | Base |
|---|---|---|
| L5 | $358,000 | $190,000 |
| L6 | $498,000 | $226,000 |
| L7 | $699,000 | $265,000 |
| L8 | $1,090,000 | $333,000 |
What pays more cybersecurity or software engineering? ›
According to PayScale, the average software engineer salary is $89k and ranges between $64k to $130k. The average cyber security engineer salary is $98k and ranges between $69k to $139k.
Can you make a million dollars as a software engineer? ›While compensation varies based on experience, some software engineers can earn nearly one million annually. The average salary for a software engineer in 2022 was $118,000 per year. The keys to earning huge salaries depend on time and place.
Do most software engineers make 6 figures? ›Learn new skills quickly with a bootcamp, or earn a degree from a traditional college. Answer a few questions to get matched with a bootcamp that fits your needs. Explore accredited colleges to get matched with the best program for you. The average software engineer makes a six-figure salary.
How long does it take to make 100k as a software engineer? ›Yes, you can make $100k as a software engineer.
However, someone just starting should only expect to earn around $93,000 a year. However, after 1 to 2 years, that number goes up to $96,000, and after 4 to 5 years, they average around $107,000. After ten years, a software engineer earns over $125,000 a year.
So whether you're just beginning learning to code at 30, becoming a software engineer at 40, or looking for the best jobs to retrain for at 50, we've got you covered! It's absolutely possible to start a career in tech at 40+.
Is 35 too old to become a software engineer? ›Certainly not! Lots of people have learned to code at 35 or older. The tech industry has a lot of demand for developers. Software engineering is also one of the best prospects for building wealth as you don't need a college degree to become a Software Developer.
Is 23 too old to be a software engineer? ›Whether you are making a career change or just want to learn something new, it is never too late to start coding!
Will AI eliminate software engineers? ›AI's Potential Impact on Software Engineering
The truth is that AI is unlikely to replace high-value software engineers who build complex and innovative software. However, it could replace some low-value developers who build simple and repetitive software.
How much does a Software Engineer make? The national average salary for a Software Engineer is $1,13,758 in United States. Filter by location to see Software Engineer salaries in your area. Salary estimates are based on 3,91,301 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Engineer employees.
What is the US national average software engineer salary? ›The average salary for a computer software engineer in the United States is $102,511. Computer software engineer salaries typically range between $77,000 and $134,000 a year. The average hourly rate for computer software engineers is $49.28 per hour.
Which country pays best salary for programmers? ›
- The average income of a programmer in Switzerland is $83,000 per year.
- In Norway, it is 72,000 dollars per year.
- In Denmark, it is 70,000 dollars per year.
- In Israel, Sweden, and Germany, it varies between $54,000 and $64,000.
- Data security analyst. ...
- Data scientists. ...
- DevOps engineer. ...
- Mobile app developer. ...
- Full-stack developers. ...
- Data warehouse architects. ...
- Site reliability engineers (SRE) ...
- System engineer.
- Systems Engineer. ...
- Electrical Engineer. ...
- Chemical Engineer. ...
- Big Data Engineer. ...
- Nuclear Engineer. ...
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- Petroleum Engineer.
- ₹ 2.5L (lowest) ₹ 2.5-4.1 Lpa 65.5k Reported.
- ₹ 4.1-5.7 Lpa 91.2k Reported.
- ₹ 5.7-7.3 Lpa 61.5k Reported.
- ₹ 7.3-8.9 Lpa 29.9k Reported.
- ₹ 8.9-10.5 Lpa 20.8k Reported.
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- ₹ 15.3L (highest) ₹ 13.7-15.3 Lpa 7k Reported.
1. Clojure. Clojure, according to StackOverflow, is the highest-paying programming language.
Which coding language has highest salary? ›- Java. Java is a very popular language for development careers. ...
- C# C# is a modern programming language in the C family of programming languages. ...
- JavaScript. Programming in JavaScript has become easier with industry-standard tools. ...
- Python. ...
- C++ ...
- SQL. ...
- Rust. ...
- Scala.
The average salary for a Senior Software Engineer in US is $150,750. The average additional cash compensation for a Senior Software Engineer in US is $21,687. The average total compensation for a Senior Software Engineer in US is $172,437.
What is the highest demand software engineer? ›- Machine Learning Engineer. ...
- DevOps Engineer. ...
- Android/IOS Engineer. ...
- Embedded Systems Engineer. ...
- Cloud Computing Engineer. ...
- Cyber Security Engineer. Average Yearly Salary: $99,738. ...
- Game Developer. Average Yearly Salary: $79,750. ...
- QA Engineer. Average Yearly Salary: $82,703.
But these high salaries also speak to a fundamental truth in the tech industry: companies are in constant competition for talent, inevitably boosting the compensation for those with the right mix of skills and experience.
What is the highest salary for a senior software engineer? ›Senior Software Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹ 5.4 Lakhs to ₹ 25.0 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹ 11.0 Lakhs. Salary estimates are based on 210.8k latest salaries received from Senior Software Engineers.
What type of engineer is Elon Musk? ›
Elon Musk has no formal engineering degree, but he clearly is industrial engineer by profession. His approach to business and problem solving is typical industrial engineering approach. His actual degrees (BS in both economics and physics) have good overlap with undergraduate curriculum in IE.
Which engineering is hardest? ›| Top 3 Hardest Engineering Majors | Top 3 Easiest Engineering Majors |
|---|---|
| 1. Chemical engineering (19.66 hours) | 1. Industrial engineering (15.68 hours) |
| 2. Aero and astronautical engineering (19.24 hours) | 2. Computer engineering and technology (16.46 hours) |
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Engineers Get Top Pay.
| Industry | Materials Science and Engineering |
|---|---|
| BLS Stats | National Labor Stats |
| Mean Entry-Level Salary1 | $71,550 |
| Mean Annual Salary2 | $101,950 |
| Top 10 Percent3 | $161,080 |
Yes, a software engineer can make $500,000 a year.
However, $500,000 a year is far higher than the average salary of a software engineer. Software engineers typically earn a salary that falls within the range of $60,000 per year to $130,000 per year.
While ZipRecruiter is seeing annual salaries as high as $296,000 and as low as $43,000, the majority of Software Engineer 300K salaries currently range between $100,000 (25th percentile) to $212,000 (75th percentile) with top earners (90th percentile) making $275,500 annually across the United States.
Can I make 200k a year as a software engineer? ›Software Engineering is a very well paid career field. It's definitely possible to make $200k as a Software Engineer. Salaries are very high, especially in the US, because venture capital puts so much money into startups.