Software Engineer Salary in London

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What do Software Engineers earn in London?

Software Engineers in London command some of the highest salaries in Europe. The median sits at £90,000, with senior roles at well-funded scaleups regularly reaching £120,000–£150,000. Compensation varies significantly by company stage, tech stack, and seniority.

Roles at FAANG and tier-1 fintechs (Revolut, Monzo, Wise) typically pay 20–35% above market median. Early-stage startups often compensate with equity, bringing total comp closer to market rate.

Salary by seniority level

Junior (0–2 yrs): £55,000 – £70,000

Mid-level (2–5 yrs): £70,000 – £95,000

Senior (5–8 yrs): £95,000 – £130,000

Staff / Principal (8+ yrs): £130,000 – £180,000+

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