Software Engineer Software Developer Salaries

How much does a Software Engineer Software Developer make in Ireland?

Total pay range
€36K - €60K/yr
€47K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
€35K - €55K/yrBase pay
€500 - €5K/yrAdditional pay
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50 salaries

Job title | Years of Experience
Total Pay
Location
Date submitted
Job title | Years of Experience
Location
Date submitted
Total Pay
Base Additional pay
Software Developer
10-14 Years
€62K/yr
€62K • €0
Dublin, Dublin
€62K/yr
€62K • €0
Software Developer
1-3 Years
€56K/yr
€54K • €2K
Dublin, Dublin
€56K/yr
€54K • €2K
Software Developer
1-3 Years
€58K - €68K/yr
Dublin, Dublin
€58K - €68K/yr
Software Developer
4-6 Years
€52K/yr
€52K • €0
Cork
€52K/yr
€52K • €0
Software Developer
10-14 Years
€65K - €75K/yr
Dublin, Dublin
€65K - €75K/yr
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Software Developer
4-6 Years
€78K/yr
€78K • €0
Dublin, Dublin
€78K/yr
€78K • €0
Software Developer
10-14 Years
€57K - €67K/yr
Waterford
€57K - €67K/yr
Software Developer
4-6 Years
€39K - €45K/yr
Galway
€39K - €45K/yr
Software Developer
10-14 Years
€69K/yr
€69K • €0
Dublin, Dublin
€69K/yr
€69K • €0
Software Developer
4-6 Years
€56K/yr
€56K • €0
Dublin, Dublin
€56K/yr
€56K • €0

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Frequently asked questions about Software Developer salaries

The average salary for a Software Developer is €47,000 per year or €23 per hour in Ireland, which is 21% lower than the national average. Top earners have reported making up to €71,870 (90th percentile). However, the typical pay range in Ireland is between €35,500 (25th percentile) and €60,000 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 1991 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Software Developer employees in Ireland as of June 2026.
The highest salary for a Software Developer in Ireland is €60,000 per year, €5,000 per month or €29 per hour.
The lowest salary for a Software Developer in Ireland is €35,500 per year, €2,958 per month or €17 per hour.
Software developers are paid well above average once they are experienced in their field. The pay range reflects the demand for their skillset and the profitability of the products they make. Candidates with prior experience in the field or higher levels of education generally receive high salaries, which can reach over six figures. Pay is expected to grow as digital transformation reaches a global level. Software developers can further increase their total pay by pursuing freelance consulting opportunities.