Average Junior Software Engineer Salary in Nigeria

₦1,000,000
Avg. Base Salary (NGN)
25%
NGN 610k
MEDIAN
NGN 1,000k
75%
NGN 2m

The average salary for a Junior Software Engineer is ₦1,000,000 in 2025

Base Salary
₦610k - ₦2m
Bonus
₦0 - ₦450k
Profit Sharing
₦0 - ₦825k
Total Pay
₦91k - ₦53m
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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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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.