Salary Insights: Developer Salaries in Ireland
Software Engineer Salary in Ireland
Based on our latest market data from 236 job listings with annual salary information in Ireland:
Mid-level developers earn an average of 78,791 EUR per year, with a median of 80,000 EUR (based on 50 data points).
Senior roles show higher compensation, averaging 93,151 EUR per year, with top-tier roles reaching up to 165,000 EUR.
Lead positions command a significant premium, averaging 99,491 EUR per year.
| Seniority | Average | Median | Distribution (Min - Max) | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Ireland
|
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| Junior | 55,000 EUR | 55,000 |
55,000
55,000
|
1
|
| Mid | 78,791 EUR | 80,000 |
24,500
157,000
|
50
|
| Mid | 126,933 USD | 128,775 |
92,500
154,000
|
6
|
| Mid | 63,750 GBP | 65,000 |
40,000
85,000
|
4
|
| Senior | 93,151 EUR | 91,229 |
40,000
165,000
|
70
|
| Senior | 181,329 USD | 178,500 |
62,500
315,500
|
23
|
| Senior | 75,760 GBP | 47,500 |
32,500
150,600
|
5
|
| Lead | 99,491 EUR | 100,500 |
42,500
165,000
|
42
|
| Lead | 193,991 USD | 205,000 |
128,440
269,300
|
7
|
| Lead | 85,000 GBP | 85,000 |
85,000
85,000
|
1
|
| Executive | 125,544 EUR | 125,000 |
55,000
225,700
|
15
|
| Executive | 283,889 USD | 200,000 |
155,000
400,000
|
9
|
| Principal | 140,000 EUR | 140,000 |
140,000
140,000
|
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 |
538
538
|
1
|
| 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.