How Much is my Software Engineer Salary?

How much does a Software Engineer really make? In this video, I break down my actual salary, benefits, working conditions and total compensation as a Software Engineer working in Japan.

Whether you're considering a career in tech, planning to move abroad, or just curious about real numbers in the industry, this video gives you a transparent look at what software engineers earn and what affects your pay.

What you’ll learn:
• My exact Software Engineer salary
• How experience, skills, and location impact pay
• Base salary vs vs other benefits
• Software Engineer salaries in Japan compared to the US
• Tips on how to increase your compensation in tech

Who this video is for:
• New developers exploring salary expectations
• Engineers thinking about working in Japan
• Anyone researching tech industry earnings
• Career changers looking for insight into real numbers
• Experienced developers & newbies alike who want to earn some side income

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00:00 intro
01:38 USA vs Japan
04:06 Career Progression
05:17 Job Hopping
09:07 Freelance Web Dev
15:45 Work with Me

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