IT Salary Trends in Thailand 2025: What You Need to Know
As Thailand's digital economy accelerates, tech salaries are shifting fast. Whether you're hiring your first DevOps engineer or scaling a data team, understanding current salary expectations is crucial.
In this article, we break down 2025 salary ranges across key IT roles and explore what’s driving growth.
Salary Benchmarks for Bangkok (2025)
The figures below reflect monthly base salaries in Thai Baht (THB) for experienced candidates that could typically speak English. These roles span corporates, product firms, and consultancies in Bangkok.
Software & Engineering
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Junior Software Developer – 30,000 to 45,000
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Mid-Level Developer – 45,000 to 75,000
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Senior Developer – 80,000 to 150,000
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Technical Lead – 130,000 to 190,000
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Staff Engineer – 160,000 to 240,000
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Engineering Manager – 220,000 to 350,000
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Director of Engineering – 300,000 to 500,000+
DevOps, Cloud & Infrastructure
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DevOps Engineer – 70,000 to 140,000
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Cloud Engineer / Architect – 90,000 to 180,000
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Infrastructure Manager – 150,000 to 280,000
Cybersecurity & InfoSec
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Cybersecurity Analyst / Engineer (L2–L3) – 50,000 to 130,000
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SOC Lead – 90,000 to 180,000
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Cybersecurity Manager / Architect – 150,000 to 300,000
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Head of Information Security – 250,000 to 400,000+
Data & Analytics
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Data Analyst – 50,000 to 110,000
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BI Analyst – 60,000 to 120,000
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Data Engineer – 80,000 to 180,000
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Data Scientist – 90,000 to 200,000
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Data Architect / Platform Engineer – 150,000 to 300,000
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Head of Data – 250,000 to 400,000+
QA & Testing
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QA Engineer (Manual) – 40,000 to 90,000
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QA Engineer (Automation) – 50,000 to 110,000
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QA Lead – 90,000 to 180,000
Product & Delivery
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Product Owner – 70,000 to 150,000
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Product Manager – 100,000 to 220,000
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Senior Product Manager – 150,000 to 280,000
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Head of Product / Director – 250,000 to 400,000+
Note: Candidates with specialised or unique skillsets can often earn more than these ranges.
Why Are Tech Salaries Rising in 2025?
1. Industry-Wide Digital Transformation
Firms across banking, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics are investing in digital platforms and automation.
2. Cloud & Cybersecurity Talent Crunch
Skills in AWS, Azure, EDR, and Kubernetes remain in short supply, especially in mid to senior levels.
3. Cross-Border Hiring Pressure
Companies from Singapore and Australia continue to source remote Thai tech talent, raising market expectations.
Tips for Hiring Managers in 2025
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Move fast – Top candidates typically get hired within 2–3 weeks.
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Don’t lowball – Below-market offers risk dropouts or ghosting.
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Sell the full package – Candidates care about flexibility, learning opportunities, and meaningful work.
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