Hire software engineers in Nigeria — 3 vetted candidates in 4 days.
Access senior backend, frontend, DevOps, and mobile engineers across Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt. Same 4-day shortlist, 40–70% cost savings, and 90-day replacement guarantee.
Engineering teams we already staffed
- 4-day shortlists
- Compliant EOR & payroll
Roles we place in Nigeria
From seed-stage startups to enterprise scale-ups, we place engineers who have shipped in global environments and can work across your stack, tools, and timezones.
How we find the right engineer in 4 days
We combine active headhunting, a 2M+ candidate network, and human-led technical review so you only interview people who can do the job.
- Role brief and stack alignment within 24 hours
- Active sourcing from our network and partner communities
- Technical assessment and live interview by specialist recruiters
- 3 vetted candidates delivered with scorecards and notes
Proof from hiring managers who needed talent fast
Speed, quality of shortlist, and retention — the numbers hiring managers ask us about, taken straight from our case studies.
Know Your True Cost of Hiring in Africa
Calculate the total cost of hiring talent across Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana, and Egypt. See real-time breakdowns of salary, benefits, taxes, and EOR fees.
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Cost Breakdown
Senior Software in Nigeria
| Cost Component | Monthly (USD) | Annual (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Base Salary | $3,125 | $37,500 |
| Health Insurance | $150 | $1,800 |
| Pension Contribution | $313 | $3,750 |
| Statutory Contributions | $47 | $563 |
| CareerBuddy EOR Fee | $499 | $5,988 |
| 💰 TOTAL COST | $4,133 | $49,601 |
Compare to US Hiring
Same role in the US would cost approximately $150,000/year.
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Salary Benchmarks by Country (USD, Remote Roles)
🇳🇬 Nigeria
| Role | Junior | Mid | Senior | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $12-18K | $20-30K | $30-45K | $45-60K |
| Product Manager | $10-15K | $18-28K | $28-45K | $45-60K |
| UI/UX Designer | $8-12K | $15-22K | $22-35K | $35-50K |
Kenya & South Africa
Kenya salaries are typically 5-10% lower than Nigeria for equivalent roles.
South Africa salaries are 15-25% higher than Nigeria for equivalent roles.
Get Custom QuoteFrequently asked questions
How quickly can CareerBuddy shortlist software engineers in Nigeria?+
We deliver 3 pre-vetted candidates within 4 days of receiving your role brief. If the shortlist doesn't meet your expectations, your next search is free.
What engineering roles do you cover in Nigeria?+
We cover backend, frontend, full-stack, mobile, DevOps, data engineering, product engineering, QA, and engineering leadership — from junior to staff+ level.
How do you vet technical skills?+
Every engineer passes a multi-step review: CV screening, technical skills assessment, live coding or architecture review, English proficiency, and reference checks. Only the top 5% reach your shortlist.
Do I need a Nigerian entity to hire?+
No. Through our Employer of Record service, you can hire Nigerian engineers compliantly without setting up a local entity. We handle payroll, tax, benefits, and local labor compliance.
What is your placement guarantee?+
We offer a 90-day replacement guarantee on permanent placements. If a hire leaves or underperforms within 90 days, we replace them at no additional cost.
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Tell us what you need. We will return 3 pre-vetted Nigerian engineers in 4 days — or your next search is free.