Software Developer Salaries in Switzerland – 2024 Report

With its strategic positioning as a global financial center, Switzerland has carved out a niche for itself in the tech innovation sector. Zurich, the country’s largest city, stands out as a tech hub, largely due to its robust innovation ecosystem attracting investors from around the world.

Driven by the rapid pace of digital transformation projects across various sectors, the need for talented developers it’s strong.

In our recent report “2024 Developer Salaries DACH” we explore fresh 2024 data, comparing
compensation packages for various tech roles, including Frontend Developers, DevOps Engineers, Backend Developers, and Cloud Engineers.

These salary insights provide a snapshot of the earning potential in Switzerlans’s tech industry, offering valuable information for both professionals seeking career opportunities and companies looking to hire tech talent.


Did you know…

A Full Stack Developer (Mid-Level) in Zurich earns an average of €128,940, which is almost 88.84% more than a similar role in Berlin, Germany, where the average salary is €68,281.

When comparing Zurich to another major tech city in Europe, Vienna, in Austria, a mid-level Data Engineer in Zurich earns an average of €144,410. In contrast, someone in the same position in Vienna earns around €80,500, which is 79.39% less.

Our data research is a result of extensive research conducted by the aceworks team and our network of thousands of developers. Check our free “2024 Developer Salaries DACH” report and stay up to date with compensation levels.

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