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Full-Stack Developer vs Network Engineer salary

In Switzerland, a network engineer earns about 6% more than a full-stack developer $171,755 vs $161,870 per year.

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Technology
Full-Stack Developer
$161,870/yr
Monthly
$13,469
Hourly
$78
Range
$103,548$233,044
10-yr outlook
+17%
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Technology
Network Engineer
$171,755/yr
Monthly
$14,334
Hourly
$83
Range
$116,151$239,716
10-yr outlook
+5%

Pay range, side by side

PercentileFull-Stack DeveloperNetwork Engineer
Entry (10th)$103,548$116,151
25th$132,709$143,953
Median$161,870$171,755
75th$197,457$205,736
Senior (90th)$233,044$239,716

National Switzerland figures in CHF. Individual pay varies with experience, employer, and location.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a full-stack developer or network engineer earn more in Switzerland?
A network engineer earns more, at about CHF 139'000 per year vs CHF 131'000 for a full-stack developer — roughly 6% (CHF 8'000) more.
What is the salary range for these roles in Switzerland?
A full-stack developer typically earns CHF 83'800–CHF 188'600, while a network engineer earns CHF 94'000–CHF 194'000 per year.
How much do these jobs pay per month in Switzerland?
On a monthly basis before tax, a full-stack developer averages about CHF 10'900 and a network engineer about CHF 11'600.
How do entry-level salaries compare?
At the 10th percentile in Switzerland, a full-stack developer earns about CHF 83'800 while a network engineer earns about CHF 94'000 per year.
How do senior-level salaries compare?
At the 90th percentile in Switzerland, a full-stack developer earns about CHF 188'600 while a network engineer earns about CHF 194'000 per year.
Are full-stack developer and network engineer similar careers?
Both roles sit in the Technology category on Pay by Role, which is why we compare them head-to-head. Day-to-day work still differs — review each job page for skills and outlook.