Nova Scotia · NOC 21232
Software Developer Jobs in Nova Scotia — 2026
No software developer postings in Nova Scotia in the last four weeks. The salary benchmark, licensing notes and NOC code below still apply — and the other provinces are one click away.
- Jobs available
- 0
- Median salary
- $97,896
- NOC code
- 21232
About software developer work in Nova Scotia
Salary range
Postings for software developers and programmers in Nova Scotia run from about $91,245 at the 25th percentile to $104,546 at the 75th, with a median of $97,896 per year (2026-05, 2 postings).
NOC code
21232 — Software developers and programmers. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), 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 Nova Scotia are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP) and the LMIA employer list.
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Software Developer jobs in Nova Scotia
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a software developer in Nova Scotia?
- The median salary for software developers and programmers in Nova Scotia is $97,896 per year, with most postings between $91,245 and $104,546 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a software developer in Nova Scotia?
- 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 Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP), and Job Bank.