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How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Software Engineer in Chile?
Estimated average annual cost for US companies hiring software engineers in Chile, based on real hiring data.*
Includes salaries, onboarding, talent management, equipment, and benefits.
How much does it cost to hire a software engineer in Chile on average?
The average annual cost of hiring a senior contract software engineer in Chile is $102,000/year.
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Annual cost insights for US companies hiring in Chile
The average annual cost of hiring a senior contract software engineer in Chile is $102,000/year.
Chile vs Other Hiring Markets
Data last updated: February 2026. Based on internal hiring data and market benchmarks.
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Chile at a Glance
Why US Companies Hire Software Engineers in Chile
Strong Talent Pool: Over 100,000 developers, concentrated in Santiago, excel in full-stack, cloud, and AI, graduating thousands yearly from universities like PUC. Demand supports scaling for US firms amid LatAm's 250% hiring growth.
Time Zone Alignment: 1–4 hour differences from US coasts enable effective overlap for agile collaboration, better than Asia-Pacific options.
Technical Expertise: High proficiency in modern stacks (React, AWS, DevOps) from rigorous STEM education; 70%+ English fluency ensures smooth US integration.
Stability and Infrastructure: Top LatAm stability, pro-business policies, and tech parks attract firms like Microsoft; 60%+ US companies eye Chile for 2026 expansions.
Chile at a Glance
Why US Companies Hire Software Engineers in Chile
Strong Talent Pool: Over 100,000 developers, concentrated in Santiago, excel in full-stack, cloud, and AI, graduating thousands yearly from universities like PUC. Demand supports scaling for US firms amid LatAm's 250% hiring growth.
Time Zone Alignment: 1–4 hour differences from US coasts enable effective overlap for agile collaboration, better than Asia-Pacific options.
Technical Expertise: High proficiency in modern stacks (React, AWS, DevOps) from rigorous STEM education; 70%+ English fluency ensures smooth US integration.
Stability and Infrastructure: Top LatAm stability, pro-business policies, and tech parks attract firms like Microsoft; 60%+ US companies eye Chile for 2026 expansions.
Senior Developer Costs in Chile
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