The NodeFlair Tech Salary Report 2025 reveals a resilient tech sector in Singapore, marked by rebounding hiring activity and evolving roles as AI reshapes the industry. For professionals and job seekers, here’s what you need to know about salaries, trends, and the future of tech careers.
Median Monthly Base Salaries (SGD):
Top Earners:
Site Reliability Engineer (Lead): $18,708
Data Scientist (Lead): $13,750
Blockchain Engineer (Senior): $10,000
High-Growth Roles:
Game Engineer: ▲28% YoY (Junior: 5,000→Senior:5,000→Senior:9,000)
Solutions Engineer: ▲11.3% YoY (Senior: $11,750)
Modest Growth/Lagging Roles:
Quality Assurance (QA): ▲9.5% for seniors, but automation threatens junior roles.
Cybersecurity Engineer: ▼4.6% overall, though senior roles remain stable ($8,500).
Key Takeaway: Specialised roles in AI, blockchain, and data science command premium salaries. Traditional roles like QA face pressure from automation.
This aligns with salary trends:
QA Engineers saw the lowest junior-level pay ($3,950), with senior roles emphasising strategic oversight.
Data Scientists and AI Engineers (grouped under “Data Scientists” in the report) surged 6–10% as demand for problem-solving skills grows.
Actionable Insight: Upskill in AI/ML, system design, and cross-functional collaboration to stay relevant.
Singaporean tech professionals out-earn regional peers by wide margins:
| Role (Median, Senior) | Singapore (SGD) | India (INR) | Vietnam (VND) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $9,250 | ₹129,200 (SGD 2031.39) | ₫35.0M (SGD 1829.03) |
| Data Scientist | $13,750 | ₹218,800 (SGD 3439.69) | ₫28.5M (SGD 1489.35) |
Why It Matters: Singapore’s salaries reflect its status as a tech hub, but global remote work could intensify competition
Li Hongyi (OGP):
“Focus on solving problems, not just coding. AI amplifies chaos and efficiency—build clean systems first.”
Remote work requires proactive communication to maintain trust.
Igor Volynskiy (Carousell):
Use AI to “move up levels of abstraction” (e.g., focus on user needs over code)
Prioritise curiosity and cross-functional skills.
Rajat Malhotra (GXS Bank):
“AI replaces developers who just code, not engineers who solve problems.”
Career Hack: Embrace roles blending tech with business strategy. Leadership demands soft skills—communication, mentorship, and agility.
Yes, but adapt or risk obsolescence:
Declining Roles: Junior QA (-4.2%), Systems Analyst (-3.9%).
Rising Stars: Blockchain (+3.9%), DevOps (+0.1%), SRE (+1.0%).
Final Takeaway: The sector rewards lifelong learners. Platforms like NodeFlair’s Resume Builder and Salary Report offer tools to navigate this shift.
For Singaporean Tech Professionals: The future is bright but demands agility. Double down on AI, strategy, and creativity—your paycheck depends on it.
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