Remote Software Engineer Salary in Vietnam
How much do remote developers in Vietnam expect to make? $45,848 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 Vietnam are amongst the lowest for Asia. Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.
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About software engineer salary in Vietnam
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 Vietnam are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in Vietnam, 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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Senior Software Engineer with 6+ years experience. A craftsmanship engineer specializing in the design, development, testing, maintenance, and evolution of software by applying computer science principles. Skilled in AI/ML systems, Blockchain technologies, and backend development. Passionate about artificial intelligence and its transformative potential across industries - dedicated to building ethical, scalable AI solutions that address real-world challenges as we enter this new technological era.
Minh is an experienced software developer with 10+ years in the field, primarily in back-end development for web applications. His favorite programming languages are Go, Typescript (with NodeJS and Deno), Rust, C/C++. His specialties are performance tuning, distributed applications. and customize libraries.
Experienced Software Engineer with 5+ years of building high-performance web applications and a strong focus on 3D interactive applications using React Three Fiber, WebGL, and ThreeJS. Proven ability to thrive in international, cross-functional teams, having collaborated with global startups and product teams across Vietnam, Japan, and the U.S. Strong background in interactive UI/UX, real-time 3D geometry systems. Passionate about creating seamless, innovative digital experiences that bridge design and engineering.
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