Software Engineer Salary in Japan

Updated on Nov 28, 2025

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As of 2025, the average salary for Software Engineer in Japan starts from ¥3M per year and goes up to ¥25M per year.

0-2 years

¥3M-¥6M per annum

3-6 years

¥6M-¥10M per annum

7-10 years

¥9M-¥15M per annum

10+ years

¥15M-¥25M per annum

Software Engineer Salary Trend in Japan

Software Engineer Salaries in Other Locations

Graz, Austria
€45k - €130k
China
¥10k - ¥200k
Malmo, Sweden
kr400k - kr1500k
Poland
60k PLN - 200k PLN
Peru
S/18k - S/80k
Kathmandu, Nepal
₨30L - ₨480L
Uzbekistan
12k - 60k
Bogota, Colombia
$12k - $100k
Rwanda
Frw 3.6M - Frw 60M+
Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
£25k - £100k

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About Software Engineer

A software engineer is a person who applies principles of software engineering to the design, development, maintenance, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that make computers or anything containing software work. They can work in various industries such as technology, finance, healthcare, or entertainment. Software engineers are responsible for creating and maintaining the software that powers our modern world.

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About Japan

Japan is an island country in East Asia, located in the northwest Pacific Ocean. It is known for its rich culture, technological advancements, and beautiful landscapes.

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