Salary Insights: Developer Salaries in Ireland
Software Engineer Salary in Ireland
Based on our latest market data from 334 job listings with annual salary information in Ireland:
Mid-level developers earn an average of 77,794 EUR per year, with a median of 80,000 EUR (based on 58 data points).
Senior roles show higher compensation, averaging 89,672 EUR per year, with top-tier roles reaching up to 165,000 EUR.
Lead positions command a significant premium, averaging 101,644 EUR per year.
| Seniority | Average | Median | Distribution (Min - Max) | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ireland
|
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| Junior | 66,500 EUR | 66,500 |
55,000
78,000
|
2
|
| Mid | 77,794 EUR | 80,000 |
24,500
157,000
|
58
|
| Mid | 126,933 USD | 128,775 |
92,500
154,000
|
6
|
| Mid | 63,750 GBP | 65,000 |
40,000
85,000
|
4
|
| Senior | 89,672 EUR | 87,591 |
25,000
165,000
|
104
|
| Senior | 181,948 USD | 166,300 |
62,500
330,000
|
39
|
| Senior | 94,975 GBP | 110,000 |
32,500
161,000
|
8
|
| Senior | 278,000 PLN | 278,000 |
278,000
278,000
|
2
|
| Lead | 101,644 EUR | 106,250 |
40,000
165,000
|
64
|
| Lead | 198,910 USD | 206,800 |
128,440
269,300
|
9
|
| Lead | 85,000 GBP | 85,000 |
85,000
85,000
|
1
|
| Executive | 123,245 EUR | 115,854 |
55,000
225,700
|
21
|
| Executive | 312,917 USD | 400,000 |
155,000
400,000
|
12
|
| Principal | 140,000 EUR | 140,000 |
140,000
140,000
|
1
|
| Senior-Lead | 80,000 EUR | 80,000 |
80,000
80,000
|
1
|
| Senior/Lead | 80,000 EUR | 80,000 |
80,000
80,000
|
1
|
| Staff | 162,500 USD | 162,500 |
162,500
162,500
|
1
|
| Seniority | Average | Median | Distribution (Min - Max) | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Seniority | Average | Median | Distribution (Min - Max) | Sample Size |
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Ireland
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| Senior | 538 EUR | 538 |
475
600
|
3
|
| Lead | 538 EUR | 538 |
538
538
|
1
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Salary Market FAQ
What is the average software engineer salary?
The average salary varies significantly by country and seniority level. Use the tables above to explore the latest figures for each market, broken down by Junior, Mid, Senior, Lead, and Executive roles.
Which country pays the highest for developers?
Based on our market data, Switzerland consistently offers the highest compensation packages for software engineering roles in Europe. Select "Global" above to compare all available markets side by side.
How does seniority impact compensation?
Seniority is a primary driver of salary. Transitioning from Mid to Senior level typically yields a 15-30% increase, while Lead and Executive roles can command significantly higher premiums.
Are remote roles paid differently?
Yes, our data shows that international remote roles, especially for Senior positions, often align with high-paying markets like the US or Switzerland, even if the developer is based elsewhere.