How much does a Data Engineer earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Data Engineer in Nigeria ranges from NGN 123,678 to NGN 161,839 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 65 job listings

Salary Guide

Data Engineer Salary in Nigeria

Based on 65 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦123,678 - ₦161,839

Median salary

₦123,678 - ₦161,839

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦68K

25th percentile₦86K

Median₦124K

75th percentile₦162K

90th percentile₦186K

50% of professionals earn between ₦85,517 - ₦161,839 NGN

The median salary is ₦123,678

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Top cities

Lagos25 job openings

Top companies hiring

Chowdeck2

The Concept Group2

MTN1

Omojuwa Funmi1

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Data Engineer

65 job openings

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The average salary for a Data Engineer in Nigeria is NGN 123,678 - NGN 161,839 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 142,759 per year, based on 65 active job listings.

The cities with the most Data Engineer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Lagos State. Lagos leads with 25 job openings.

Leading employers for Data Engineer roles in Nigeria include Chowdeck, The Concept Group, MTN, Omojuwa Funmi.

Explore 65 Data Engineer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.