Remote Software Engineer Salary in Nigeria

How much do remote developers in Nigeria expect to make? $53,658 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 Nigeria are around average for Africa. Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.

$53,658USD
Avg. Developer Salary
$51,089USD
Avg. Senior Developer Salary

Established Companies in Nigeria

Here are some notable companies with engineering hubs or engineering teams in this location.

Microsoft remote branch in Nigeria
MicrosoftSource
Lagos, Nigeria
Dell remote branch in Nigeria
Dell
Lagos, Nigeria
Huawei remote branch in Nigeria
Huawei
Lagos, Nigeria

Salary breakdown by expertise

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

Compare with:
South Africa
Front-end Developer
$50,582
$65,354
Back-end Developer
$54,975
$69,772
Data Scientist
$55,611
$69,999
App Developer
$51,778
$66,834
DevOps Engineer
$54,748
$74,395

English Proficiency in Nigeria

high
#29
Ranking out of 100 locations/regionsLearn more
Proficiency
very high
high
moderate
low
very low

About software engineer salary in Nigeria

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 Nigeria are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in Nigeria, 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 Nigeria with Arc

Ohien S. - developer in Nigeria
Ohien S.

I’m a full-stack developer with expertise in .NET (C#), ASP.NET Core, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, React.js, and Next.js. I build scalable, high-performance web and mobile applications that deliver seamless user experiences. With a strong background in both frontend and backend development, I create solutions that are efficient, secure, and optimized for performance. I also specialize in converting websites into mobile apps using Capacitor.js and Ionic, enabling businesses to expand their reach effortlessly. 🔹 My Skill Set Includes: ✅ Frontend Development – Vue.js, Nuxt.js, React, Next.js, SCSS, Tailwind, Bootstrap. ✅ Backend Development – .NET Core, ASP.NET Core, API Development. ✅ Mobile App Development – Convert websites into mobile apps with Capacitor.js & Ionic. ✅ Database Management – SQL, MySQL, MSSQL, Postgres, Supabase. ✅ Cloud Deployments – AWS, Azure. ✅ Web Scraping & Automation – Python, Selenium, Scrapy. ✅ Performance Optimization – SEO, scalability, and fast-loading applications. Outside of coding, I enjoy mentoring and have helped aspiring front-end and back-end developers sharpen their skills and reach their goals. I’m dedicated to building modern, scalable, and maintainable applications that support business growth. Whether you’re looking for a frontend specialist, a full-stack developer, or a mobile app solution, I’m ready to help.

Abraham O. - developer in Nigeria
Abraham O.

A full stack software developer with 15 years experience and I have passion for innovative ideas. I have built web, desktop and mobile applications for various clients. As a Tech/Team Lead, I work with the team to build and deliver world standard products. As a Blockchain Developer, I have built a cryptocurrency as a personal project and I am open to working any disruptive and innovative ideas. As a tutor, I tutor on individual and organization levels. My most recent project is an MDM (Mobile Device Management) with apps monitoring and real time location tracking

Doyin A. - developer in Nigeria
Doyin A.

Software engineer who is dedicated, self-motivated and a result-oriented person who is persistent in the quest for improvement. I am a great team player with an open mind.

Salary reports by technologies

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