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.

$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

Olamide S. - developer in Nigeria
Olamide S.
Senior Software Engineer & Server Administrator|5+ Years of Experience

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.

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Warith O. - developer in Nigeria
Warith O.
<Senior Software Engineer, Server Administrator/>

With years of experience in finance, web3, and education, i specialize in developing cloud-based applications. I've led key roles in large projects, optimizing processes, server managements, and system performance for efficiency. My dynamic problem-solving approach drives creative solutions, always staying updated with the latest technical breakthroughs to enhance my skills.

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Olajide O. - developer in Nigeria
Olajide O.
Multi-talented Full Stack Developer & Web Security Researcher also Robotic Engineer

I am a **Multi-talented** professional adept in **Full Stack Web Development**, **Web Security Research**, and **Robotics Engineering**. As a dedicated Web Security Researcher and ethical hacker, I uncover vulnerabilities and mitigate security risks, bridging the gap between development and cybersecurity. Additionally, as a Robotics Engineer, I design and build sophisticated robotic systems, applying my deep understanding of mechanics, electronics, and programming. Passionate about crafting clean, scalable code and innovative robotics solutions, I contribute to projects that prioritize both robust development, cybersecurity practices, and cutting-edge robotic technology.

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Salary reports by technologies

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