Software engineer: Average Salary in Canada, 2026

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How much does a Software engineer make in Canada?

$120,668/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries

The average Software engineer in Canada is $120,668 per year or $61.88 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $87,750 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $147,767 per year.

Median$120,668

Low$87,750

High$147,767

Software engineer: Average Salary in Canada

Ontario$119,186

Northwest Territories$117,000

British Columbia$116,627

Nunavut$114,182

Quebec$113,834

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