Alberta · NOC 21232

Software Developer Jobs in Alberta — 2026

40 software developer jobs posted in Alberta in the last four weeks, with salary benchmarks, licensing notes and the employers hiring most.

Jobs available
40
Median salary
$95,003
NOC code
21232

About software developer work in Alberta

Salary range

Postings for software developers and programmers in Alberta run from about $79,358 at the 25th percentile to $116,704 at the 75th, with a median of $95,003 per year (2026-05, 8 postings).

$62,400median $95,003$124,800

NOC code

21232Software developers and programmers. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.

Licensing and qualifications

No licence or registration is required. Employers hire on portfolio, experience and technical interviews.

What employers ask for: A post-secondary credential in computer science or a related field, or an equivalent portfolio, plus hands-on experience with the stack named in the posting.

LMIA and immigration

None of the current software developer postings in Alberta are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and the LMIA employer list.

Live postings

Latest software developer jobs in Alberta

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average salary for a software developer in Alberta?
The median salary for software developers and programmers in Alberta is $95,003 per year, with most postings between $79,358 and $116,704 (2026-05). 9 of the 40 current Software Developer postings in Alberta on Jobily state a salary.
Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a software developer in Alberta?
No. No licence or registration is required. Employers hire on portfolio, experience and technical interviews.
What is the NOC code for software developer?
The NOC 2021 code for software developer is 21232 (Software developers and programmers). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.