Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend"
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across UAE with 2 recent postings.
A Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend" in the GCC region requires relevant domain expertise. Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 14,500 AED | 25,000 AED | 38,500 AED | 53,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 14,000 SAR | 23,500 SAR | 36,500 SAR | 51,000 SAR |
| Qatar | 15,000 QAR | 26,000 QAR | 40,000 QAR | 56,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,200 KWD | 2,050 KWD | 3,150 KWD | 4,350 KWD |
| Oman | 1,300 OMR | 2,250 OMR | 3,500 OMR | 4,850 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,250 BHD | 2,150 BHD | 3,300 BHD | 4,600 BHD |
How Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend" pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
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Active markets
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What is the average Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend" salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend" in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend" salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Software Development Engineer 1 "Frontend" salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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