Software Developer Salary in Romania (2026)
A Software Developer in Romania earns an estimated €1,950–€2,900 gross per month. Here's the range, how it's calculated, and where to find openings.
Estimated 2026 range
€1,950–€2,900/ month
€12–€17 / hour
Estimated range — a national Eurostat sector median adjusted for this occupation group (±20%). Not a per-title survey; real pay varies with experience, sector and city.
Eurostat SES 2022, projected to 2026 with country-specific wage growth, projected 2022→2026 at 12%/yr. · View on Eurostat
About the Software Developer role
Software developers design, build and maintain the applications, websites and systems that run on computers and phones, writing and testing code and fixing bugs.
Software Developer salary FAQ
How much does a Software Developer earn in Romania?
A Software Developer in Romania earns an estimated €1,950–€2,900 gross per month in 2026, based on Eurostat sector data scaled to the occupation group. Actual pay depends on experience, employer and city.
Is this Software Developer salary gross or net?
These are gross (before-tax) monthly figures. Net take-home is lower and varies with Romania's tax and social-contribution rates.
What affects a Software Developer's pay in Romania?
Seniority, sector, company size, city and demand. The estimate is a mid-range — senior or specialised Software Developer roles can pay well above it.
How do I get a better-paid Software Developer job?
A clear, ATS-ready CV that quantifies your impact helps. You can build one free and tailor it to Software Developer roles in Romania.