Remote Software Engineer Salaries 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.
Established Companies in Nigeria
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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.)
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With over five years of experience in health logistics management systems, HealthTech, and EdTech, I specialize in developing cloud-based applications. I've participated and led key roles in large projects, optimizing processes, server management, and system performance for efficiency. Aside being experienced as a hands-on engineer, I have had the priviledge of teaching and mentoring a few tech enthusiasts helping them develop their enthusiasm into full technical proficiency and professional growth. It has been rewarding to see their passion evolve into tangible skills and career achievements, and witnessing their development has reinforced my own understanding and appreciation of the field. Through this mentorship, I've gained insights into different learning styles and challenges, which has further enriched my own engineering practice and approach to problem-solving.
With a rich background spanning over a decade in software engineering and management, I bring a wealth of experience to the table. For the past five years, I've not only built and managed globally distributed high-performing teams but also championed software engineering best practices in over 50 US based organizations. As a Technical Delivery Manager at Andela, I had the opportunity to train and implement Scrum and engineering best practices for clients such as IZEA, LevelTen Energy, and Fluxx. This role further honed my expertise in fostering agile environments and driving engineering excellence. As a Professional Scrum Master and agile advocate, I thrive in collaborative environments focused on Cloud computing, DevOps, and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE). Along with being a certified Professional Scrum Master and Product Owner, I hold three AWS certifications: Solutions Architect Associate, SysOps Administrator Associate, and DevOps Engineer Professional. These credentials help me combine agile practices with technical expertise to drive team success. My dedication lies in fostering environments where innovation thrives, leveraging the latest technologies to drive continuous improvement. I'm committed to simplifying complex processes and fostering a culture of learning within teams.
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