50% of professionals earn between ₦47,356 - ₦100,000 NGN
The median salary is ₦47,356
The average salary for a Software Engineer in Nigeria is NGN 47,356 - NGN 100,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 73,678 per year, based on 1,137 active job listings.
The cities with the most Software Engineer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos, Abuja, Lagos State, Kafanchan, Ikeja. Lagos leads with 453 job openings.
Leading employers for Software Engineer roles in Nigeria include PALMPAY LIMITED, Choice Talents LTD, Jobs Ai, Onboard, The Coca-Cola Company.
Explore 1,137 Software Engineer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.