What do software developers earn in Germany?

Software engineer salaries in Germany 2026: Junior (0–2 years): 45,000–62,000 euros. Mid-Level: 62,000–85,000 euros. Senior (7+ years): 82,000–110,000 euros. Lead/Principal: 100,000–140,000 euros. Specialisations with premium: Machine Learning (+15–20%), Cloud/DevOps (+10–15%), iOS/Android (+5–10%). Tech hubs Munich, Berlin, Hamburg pay 10–20% above the national average. Remote work is increasingly levelling regional differences.