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Junior Software Engineer

Average Junior Software Engineer Salary in Kenya

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KSh 804,726
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (KES)
10%
KES 273k
MEDIAN
KES 805k
90%
KES 6m

The average salary for a Junior Software Engineer is KSh 804,726 in 2025

Base Salary
KSh 273k - KSh 6m
Bonus
KSh 25k - KSh 52k
Profit Sharing
KSh 0 - KSh 255k
Total Pay
KSh 42k - KSh 6m
Based on 22 salary profiles (last updated Oct 17 2024)
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What Do Junior Software Engineers Do?

Junior Software Engineer Tasks
  • Assist with research and develop; design software systems and applications.
  • Perform engineering level tests to find defects; troubleshoot and debug development and production issues.
  • Work closely with the team, and report clearly and accurately to management.
  • Troubleshoot, test and validate software issues; resolve issues with due urgency and maintain thorough documentation of all software solutions.
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Common Health Benefits for a Junior Software Engineer

Medical
63%
Dental
50%
Vision
38%
None
38%

Gender Breakdown for Junior Software Engineers

Male
83.3%
Female
16.7%
This data is based on 6 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Junior Software Engineers

What is the highest pay for Junior Software Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Junior Software Engineer is KES 6m / year

What is the lowest pay for Junior Software Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Junior Software Engineer is KES 273k / year

How can Junior Software Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Junior Software Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Junior Software Engineer that oversees more junior Junior Software Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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