Remote Software Engineer Salary in Singapore

How much do remote developers in Singapore expect to make? $71,408 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 Singapore are amongst the highest for Asia. Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.

$71,408USD
Avg. Developer Salary
$105,698USD
Avg. Senior Developer Salary

Established Companies in Singapore

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

Stripe remote branch in Singapore
StripeSource
Singapore, Singapore
JP Morgan remote branch in Singapore
JP MorganSource
Singapore, Singapore
Twitter remote branch in Singapore
TwitterSource
Singapore, Singapore
Uber remote branch in Singapore
UberSource
Singapore, Singapore
AWS remote branch in Singapore
Singapore, Singapore

Salary breakdown by expertise

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

Compare with:
Taiwan
Singapore remote developer salarySingapore
Front-end Developer
$68,588
$54,263
Back-end Developer
$72,064
$56,878
Data Scientist
$74,222
$57,859
App Developer
$70,122
$51,876
DevOps Engineer
$79,600
-

English Proficiency in Singapore

very high
#5
Ranking out of 100 locations/regionsLearn more
Proficiency
very high
high
moderate
low
very low

About software engineer salary in Singapore

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

Priya S. - developer in Singapore
Priya S.

A highly accomplished professional leader, mentor, and guide, renowned for establishing numerous Data Validation and Quality Assurance teams across diverse industry domains including Media Application, ECommerce/Retail, and Telecom. Building High-Performing Teams: Proven track record of building and leading Data Validation and Quality Assurance teams from the ground up across Media Applications, E-commerce, and Telecom. Successfully managed teams of up to 30 Data Analysts, Testers, and Automation professionals, driving quality and efficiency in complex, high-stakes environments. Driving Innovation in Search & Personalization: Led a team of Market Insight and Search Language Analysts for Apple Media Products, focusing on data annotation, judgment ratings, and auditing. Optimized search and personalization features through offline data validation, NLP, LLMs, and AI/ML algorithms using human-centered insights. Domain Expertise: Recognized expert in Search and Personalization for Digital Media Products, with a strong focus on Human Factors and Trust & Safety. Extensive experience in Software Quality Assurance across E-commerce, Digital Publishing, Payments, and Telecom, ensuring optimal user experiences and system reliability. Agile Champion: Successfully implemented Agile methodologies to enhance team productivity and streamline testing processes during my tenures in DFS, SPH and Apple. Strategic Vendor Management: Proven ability to formulate effective vendor contracts (RFI/RFPs, MSAs, SOWs) alongside managing project budgets (CAPEX/OPEX) and overseeing invoicing processes. Exceptional People Leader: Demonstrated excellence in global team management, talent acquisition, performance & compensation planning, and mentoring large software and data validation teams.

Sheng L. - developer in Singapore
Sheng L.

As a highly motivated IT professional with extensive experience in application support, I have a proven track record in various roles, including Business Intelligence Analyst, Senior System Analyst, Support Analyst, and Senior Software Engineer. I excel in collaborative environments, working closely with engineering teams to resolve incidents, prepare SQL scripts for investigation, and prioritize incident management based on ITIL practices. My technical expertise spans Microsoft technologies (.NET, MVC, WebAPI, C#, [VB.NET](http://vb.net/)), batch scripting, task scheduling, and REST API. Additionally, I am skilled in using Postman for API testing and troubleshooting. I am adept at documenting requirements, conducting user acceptance testing, and providing training. My commitment to engagement and collaboration drives me to deliver exceptional results and contribute to organizational success.

Eugene . - developer in Singapore
Eugene .

I’m Eugene, a guy with a family of three, pretty good at handling both internal and external users. I’ve been in support for 6 years and have 7 years of experience dealing with customers directly, so I know how to navigate different types of situations and keep things running smoothly.

Salary reports by technologies

Now that you know the software engineer salaries in Singapore, take a look at developers’ salary expectations based on the technologies they’re experienced in.

arc logo

Connect with your next great hire today!

Risk free to get started.