slide 1: Python Developer Salary in Hong Kong
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Python is a high-level programming language widely used for general-purpose
programming only. Python offers a number of libraries that assist developers in
developing codes. Python is a recent trend in the software industry and no doubt Python
programmers earn more than other software developers.
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slide 2: Hong Kong is gradually becoming a
sought after location for software
developers. Python has widely
spread its craze among software
developers and many of them are
looking for their career in Python
development. But just stating the
annual salary of a Python developer
in Hong Kong won’t be justifiable.
The salary of Python developers
depends on various factors.
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Here are some of the main factors that affect the salary structure of a Python Developer.
But one thing is for sure: A Python developer without any doubt earns better than other
software engineers when considering the same factors and conditions.
Python Programmer Influencing Factors
1. Location
Location plays an important role in deciding the
salary of a Python developer. If we consider the
whole world California is the highest paying
location for a Python developer with an average
annual salary of 106467. But since we are
considering Hong Kong as a location let us now
discuss the average annual salary of a Python
developer in Hong Kong. The average salary of
Python developer in Hong Kong is 42981 HKD per
month. The salary of a Python developer in Hong
Kong lies in the top 25 percentile of salary being
earned by software developers in Hong Kong. So if
you are a Python developer Hong Kong is an
inviting location for you that will offer you a pay scale being earned by the top 25 of
software developers there.
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slide 3: 2. Experience
Experience is an important factor in deciding your pay
scale as Python developer in Hong Kong. As we have
already discussed the average salary of Python
developer in Hong Kong the salary will decrease or
increase on the basis of the experience of the
developer. A newbie would have to wait for some
years to reach the average salary structure of Python
developer in Hong Kong while an experienced and
expert Python developer might have gone beyond this
average salary structure. You might fall into below
given categories based on your experience.
Entry-level less than 1 year on the job
Between 1 and 4 years
5 and 9 years
10 and 19 years
Over 20 years
3. Industry
Another important factor that affects the salary of Python developer in Honk Kong is the
Industry. Talking about the trend the Python programmers are generally inclined
towards private-owned companies or large corporations. They prefer such companies to
seek employment. There are few companies that are dreamt of by all Python developers.
They pay their employees more than the average pay scale by major employers of
Python developers in Hong Kong. Yelp Inc. is one among them which ensure above-
average salary to its Python developers in Hong Kong. Here are a few more other IT
giants that promises above average payscale to its Python developers:
Google Inc.
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slide 4: International Business Machines IBM Corp.
Amazon.com Inc.
Cisco Systems Inc.
Microsoft Corp.
4. Schedule Working Hours
Schedule and working hours of Python
developers are no different from other software
developers though the usual working hours are
around 40 hrs. a week as the complete software
industry is subjected to strict deadlines they
have to stretch their working hours. These
extended working hours though could bring
them stress but it brings them extra pay too.
They do work in an environment surrounded by
desktops and laptops but in today’s works
companies understanding the stress level of the
developers make their working place more fun-
filled and with a relaxing and cool ambience.
Many companies provide them with a more relaxing environment permit work from
home option to its employees.
As most of the software developers Python developers are also exposed to professional
illnesses such as back problems or carpal tunnel syndrome.
The work pressure in the company also plays a role in deciding the salary of python
developers but it does not play a major role in altering their salaries.
5. Bonuses and Benefits
Apart from your regular salary as a Python developer you
are eligible for various other bonuses and benefits like
medical insurance or others.
Many companies even offer overtime bonus and such a
policy can make you earn extra by working a little extra.
Some of the perks and benefits you might get apart from
your regular salary are:
Paid Holidays or Vacation
Free Drinks
Life Insurance or Disability policy
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slide 5: Flexible Schedule
Fitness Membership
Career Outlook
The market for Python jobs is blooming in Hong Kong
and there are tremendous opportunities for Python
developers there. As already discussed earlier the
average salary of a Python developer in HongKong is
above the average salary of other software developers. It
is definitely a better option to expertise in Python and opt
for it as your expertise.
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Conclusion
Python is a little more versatile than many other programming languages. It is now being
widely used for programming purposes. There is an upsurge in demand of Python
developers all over the world. As HongKong is gradually becoming a hot destination for
software developers Python developers are very much in demand in HongKong.
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slide 6: But to remember Python development is becoming a very competitive field and you will
require perfecting your Python development skill to get a good job. Also if your desire is
to get a high paying job then as a Python developer you should also be ready to work
overtime. Python development definitely offers you a bright future considering the
current scenario. But one thing you have to be sure of is you will have to work really
hard to progress as a Python developer. This field is relatively very competitive and high-
paced.
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