Remote Software Engineer Salary in Hungary
How much do remote developers in Hungary expect to make? $59,796 per year on average (based on self-reported data).
This estimated average salary is based on the expected salaries of Arc Developers in that location. Remote software engineer salaries in Hungary are around average for Central & Eastern Europe. Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.
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About software engineer salary in Hungary
Work with great developers — who just happen to be outside your zip code.We built this tool to help you understand how much remote developers expect to be paid annually across different countries around the world. Software engineer salary in Hungary are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in Hungary, and may not be representative of local salaries.Learn More
The salary data is based on the expected salary of over 300,000 remote developers in Arc's network. Developers provide us with their expected salary after passing our comprehensive vetting process (click here to learn more about Arc’s vetting process).
In addition to software development experience, our research indicates two other major factors that affect salary expectations:
・Local rent and cost of living.
・English ability (in countries where English is not the primary language, developers with a good command of English can often charge a premium compared to local rates).
In addition to providing a base salary, organizations may offer remote developers a more comprehensive package when hired long-term. This package may include benefits such as health insurance, equipment stipends, cash bonuses for high performance, company equity, etc. (For more information on benefits frequently offered to remote developers, click here.)
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Senior Software Engineer with 9+ years of experience delivering production-grade backend systems, data platforms, and cloud infrastructure in large-scale, regulated environments across finance and technology. Strong hands-on background in Python, distributed systems, data pipelines, and cloud-native architectures. Known for automating complex workflows, improving system reliability and performance, and bridging backend, data, and platform engineering to deliver business-critical solutions. EU Blue Card holder with full EU mobility.
I am a Senior Java Developer with experience in e-commerce, data migration, property management systems, and RESTful microservices. I have worked with FedEx, BlackRock, and Morgan Stanley.
Senior iOS Engineer with 13+ years of experience building and maintaining production-grade mobile applications across consumer, fintech, media, and infrastructure-adjacent domains. Strong background in native iOS development using Swift, SwiftUI and modern iOS frameworks, with experience delivering apps used by millions of users. Proven track record of owning features end-to-end, collaborating in large, distributed iOS teams, and shipping reliable, high-quality products under strict deadlines. Particularly experienced in performance-sensitive, security-conscious, and live-user environments where stability and correctness are critical.
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