Software engineer salary in 2026

Hi everyone,

Could you share your salary, where you live, and roughly how much you’re able to save each month?

I’ve received an offer from a company in Hamburg for €55k per year, and I’m not sure what to think about it. I’m about to finish my master’s degree, and I already have around 1.5 years of experience as a software engineer in Italy.

I feel like I should try to negotiate for a higher salary, but I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences.

Thanks everyone!