Software Engineer Salary in Dublin

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What do Software Engineers earn in Dublin?

Software Engineers in Dublin benefit from the city's unique position as the European headquarters for Google, Meta, LinkedIn, Stripe, and many other major tech companies. The median salary of €82,000 reflects strong demand, with Big Tech roles frequently paying 20–30% above market rate.

Ireland's relatively low corporate tax rate attracts global tech investment, sustaining high engineering salaries. Senior engineers at FAANG-adjacent companies regularly earn €110,000–€130,000 base, with significant equity upside.

Salary by seniority level

Junior (0–2 yrs): €48,000 – €63,000

Mid-level (2–5 yrs): €63,000 – €85,000

Senior (5–8 yrs): €85,000 – €115,000

Staff / Principal (8+ yrs): €115,000 – €150,000+

About this data

MasloJobs aggregates salary data from 350,000+ verified tech compensation data points across Europe. Updated continuously from live job postings, not self-reported surveys.

Last updated: March 2026