Remote Software Engineer Salaries in Egypt

How much do remote developers in Egypt expect to make? $47,315 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 Egypt are around average for Africa.
Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.

$47,315USD
Avg. Developer Salary
$48,083USD
Avg. Senior Developer Salary

Salary breakdown by expertise

Use the dropdown to compare software engineer salaries in Egypt with another location.

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South Africa
Front-end Developer
$43,008
$65,354
Back-end Developer
$45,770
$69,772
Data Scientist
$50,463
$69,999
App Developer
$44,325
$66,834
DevOps Engineer
$50,041
$74,395

English Proficiency in Egypt

#77
Ranking out of 100 countries/regions

About software engineer salary in Egypt

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 Egypt are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in Egypt, 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.)

Hire remote developers in Egypt with Arc

Ali K. - developer in Egypt
Ali K.
Researcher in ML, DL and Bioinformatics

Ali is a Deep Learning developer and Bioinformatician with a PhD from the University of Luxembourg and +8 years of experience. Ali's AI research and freelancing include sequence deep learning, NLP, complex visualization and data analytics. Ali's main aim is building interpretable biological models that advance predictions into translational disease detection and drug repurposing. His research experience includes Systems Biology, deep learning, pharmacogenomics and metagenomics. Ali earned a Master in Informatics and BCs in Pharmacology. His master thesis focused on deep learning applications in 16S rRNA data analysis.

Moustafa A. - developer in Egypt
Moustafa A.
Senior Software Engineer and Data Engineering Tech Lead

I’m a senior software engineer with 13 years of experience in designing, building, and running software systems. I have a proven track record of delivering high-quality software that is reactive and scalable. I have a diverse skill set that spans beyond building software such as building and maintaining infrastructure, monitoring, logging and alerting and other production engineering aspects. My experience as a data engineer includes building ETL/ELT pipelines and data modelling. I have worked with various data technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, and BigQuery. I’m also familiar with machine learning concepts and machine learning technologies like PyTorch, H2O and Kubeflow. I enjoy collaborating with other engineers and data scientists and I have experience leading teams and mentoring junior engineers. I appreciate quality code, transparency and teamwork and I believe that we can always find simple solutions to complex problems.

Ibrahim H. - developer in Egypt
Ibrahim H.

I am pleased to introduce myself as a senior Python developer with expertise in Django, JavaScript, AWS, and both on-premises and cloud-based data centers. With over \[number of years\] of experience in the field, I have successfully delivered numerous projects and contributed to the growth of various organizations. My proficiency in Python and Django allows me to develop robust and scalable web applications. I am well-versed in building RESTful APIs, implementing authentication systems, and optimizing database queries for enhanced performance. Additionally, my strong command over JavaScript enables me to create interactive user interfaces that enhance the overall user experience. In terms of infrastructure management, I have extensive knowledge of AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and CloudFormation. I am adept at designing secure and fault-tolerant architectures that leverage the power of cloud computing. Moreover, my experience with on-premises data centers equips me with a comprehensive understanding of networking protocols, server administration, and virtualization technologies. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and an ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams. I am a proactive learner who stays updated with the latest industry trends and technologies. My excellent communication skills enable me to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels. I am excited about the opportunity to contribute my expertise as a senior Python/Django, Elixir/Phoenix Framework, developer within your organization. I believe my technical skills combined with my dedication to delivering high-quality solutions make me a valuable asset for any team.

Salary reports by technologies

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