Remote Software Engineer Salary in Vietnam
How much do remote developers in Vietnam expect to make? $45,848 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 Vietnam are amongst the lowest for Asia. 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 Vietnam
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 Vietnam are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in Vietnam, 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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Detail-oriented and results-driven professional with a background in Industrial Automation Engineering, transitioning seamlessly into the field of Web Development with a focus on Frontend technologies. My experience spans the design and implementation of intuitive user interfaces, leveraging a robust foundation in engineering principles. Proficient in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, I specialize in crafting responsive and visually appealing web applications. With a "know your tools" mindset, I am adept at selecting and utilizing the right technologies, ensuring optimized development workflows and impactful results in the ever-evolving landscape of Frontend Web Development.
Experienced software engineer focused in back end system, data engineer. I worked 10 years in software development in Europe, Singapore, Vietnam. \- Software engineer, offers from FAANG \- 10y+ experience in backend, data, devops, ML, AI \- Java, Golang, Node.js, SQL, CD/CI, AWS
Senior Full-Stack Engineer with 8+ years shipping production systems that scale. Deep expertise in React ecosystems, AI integration, and modern web architectures. Led small teams, mentored developers, and delivered ML platforms used by 10k+ users. Passionate about emerging tech, decentralized systems, and building tools that actually matter. Very good at Claude, llms, modern llm development. Very high command of both verbal and written English.
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