Software Engineer salary in Ireland — 2026 guide
Software engineering remains one of Ireland's strongest-paying professions, driven by the concentration of multinational tech employers in Dublin and a deep indigenous SaaS sector. Dublin salaries typically run 10–20% above the rest of the country, though remote roles have narrowed the gap considerably.
Entry level
€35,000 – €50,000
per year
Mid level
€55,000 – €80,000
per year
Senior
€80,000 – €120,000
per year
What moves software engineer pay
- Dublin and multinational employers pay at the upper end of each range
- Specialisms such as machine learning, security and platform engineering command premiums
- Equity and bonus can add materially to total compensation at product companies
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Figures are indicative editorial estimates based on advertised ranges and public pay scales, intended as a guide only. Actual pay varies by employer, location and experience.