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Software engineer salaries in Dubai

AED 330,708

+4% Compared to the average salary in the UAE AED 317,184.

Lowest

AED 289,392

Highest

AED 459,720

AED 27,559

+4% Compared to the average salary in the UAE AED 26,432.

Lowest

AED 24,116

Highest

AED 38,310

AED 6,890

+4% Compared to the average salary in the UAE AED 6,608.

Lowest

AED 6,029

Highest

AED 9,578

AED 1,378

+4% Compared to the average salary in the UAE AED 1,322.

Lowest

AED 1,206

Highest

AED 1,916

AED 172.24

+4% Compared to the average salary in the UAE AED 165.2.

Lowest

AED 150.73

Highest

AED 239.44

How much does a Software engineer make in Dubai?

If we look at the Software engineer salary statistics in UAE as of July 29, 2026, the represented employee makes AED 330,708; to be more precise pay rate is AED 27,559 per month, AED 6,890 per week, or AED 172.24 per hour. We have researched the job market for this profession in detail and derived average values. Salary rates can vary depending on where you are employed. In deriving an average wage, the lowest annual salary is AED 289,392, and the highest rate is AED 459,720.

Top 10 salaries for related jobs in Dubai

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Top 1 paying locations for Software engineer in UAE

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AED 303K /yearly
AED 290K - AED 316K
-5%

Average Salary for Software engineer Per Region

AED 321K /Yearly
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Top 10 salaries for related jobs in Dubai

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AED 36.7K /Monthly
AED 26.6K /Monthly
AED 15.6K /Monthly
AED 20.2K /Monthly
AED 45.9K /Monthly
AED 16.5K /Monthly
AED 21.6K /Monthly

Top 1 paying locations for Software engineer in UAE

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AED 25.2K /monthly
AED 24.1K - AED 26.3K
-5%

Average Salary for Software engineer Per Region

AED 26.8K /Monthly
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Top 10 salaries for related jobs in Dubai

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AED 9,181 /Weekly
AED 6,638 /Weekly
AED 3,894 /Weekly
AED 11,476 /Weekly
AED 4,132 /Weekly
AED 5,397 /Weekly

Top 1 paying locations for Software engineer in UAE

medal
AED 6,304 /weekly
AED 6,032 - AED 6,577
-5%

Average Salary for Software engineer Per Region

AED 6,694 /Weekly
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Top 10 salaries for related jobs in Dubai

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Top 1 paying locations for Software engineer in UAE

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AED 1,261 /daily
AED 1,206 - AED 1,315
-5%

Average Salary for Software engineer Per Region

AED 1,339 /Daily
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Top 10 salaries for related jobs in Dubai

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AED 112.54 /Hourly
AED 229.53 /Hourly
AED 165.95 /Hourly
AED 97.35 /Hourly
AED 126.24 /Hourly
AED 286.9 /Hourly
AED 103.3 /Hourly
AED 134.92 /Hourly

Top 1 paying locations for Software engineer in UAE

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AED 157.61 /hourly
AED 150.79 - AED 164.43
-5%

Average Salary for Software engineer Per Region

AED 167.36 /Hourly
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Software engineer salaries in Dubai FAQs

What is the highest salary for a Software engineer in Dubai?

The highest pay for a Software engineer in Dubai depends on a lot of factors. According to our research, this type of specialists in Dubai can make up to AED 459,720 per year.

What is the lowest salary for a Software engineer in Dubai?

According to our research, the minimum salary for this position in Dubai is AED 24,116. Salaries vary based on years of experience and education level.

How much money can I make as a Software engineer per month in Dubai?

The average monthly income for this position in Dubai varies based on experience, qualifications, and other factors. Anyway, you can expect to earn around AED 27,559 per month.

How much money can I make as a Software engineer per hour in Dubai?

On average, these specialists in Dubai earn around AED 172.24 per hour. However, this number varies depending on the specific experience and skillset of the Software engineer.

What are the best locations for Software engineer jobs?

The list of the best states with the highest salaries includes Dubai. If you want to find a high-paying job, the top 3 states with the highest wages for the profession are Abu Dhabi.

Where are these data were taken?

To compile up-to-date statistical information, we researched 47 actual salaries and real wages nationwide. In addition, there are 11753 existing jobs on Jooble. Salary estimates were compiled up-to-date and as detailed as possible data on salary levels derived from the current job postings.

* Please note that all salary figures are approximate based upon third party submissions to Jooble including external links, websites, and services. The minimum wage may differ by industry.