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This guide is for employers hiring software engineers and developers, and for professionals working in engineering, architecture, or development roles. Whether you’re building a tech team or planning your next move, this guide is written for you
It provides clear salary benchmarks across all levels of software engineering in 2026. Whether you’re recruiting or job searching, it helps you understand where pay trends are heading and what skills are in highest demand in the UK tech market.
The guide includes roles such as CTO, Head of Engineering, Solutions Architect, Technical Lead, Software Engineer, Full Stack Developer, Java Developer, Mobile Developer, and .NET Developer. It covers junior, mid-level, and senior positions.
The projected average salary for software engineering roles in the UK in 2026 is around £65,015. This estimate is based on 2025 salary benchmarks combined with expected annual pay growth of approximately 3%, supporting employers in aligning salaries with continued demand for skilled developers.
Rising demand for platform scalability, automation, and secure architecture is pushing salaries upward. Businesses are investing in experienced engineers who can ship stable code at scale, solve complex problems, and work across cloud-native environments.
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