What are the typical starting salaries and job roles I can expect after completing my Master’s in Computer Science in Germany, given I have 24 months of prior work experience?

With your German Master's in Computer Science plus 24 months of prior work experience, a realistic target is 50,000 to 65,000 euros a year in software or data roles. Your prior experience can position you above a typical fresh graduate offer.

Typical roles and salary benchmarks

What affects your exact offer

• EU Blue Card thresholds: For 2026, the standard Blue Card salary threshold is 50,700 euros a year, while shortage occupations including many IT and STEM roles use a lower threshold of about 45,934 euros.
• City matters: Munich and Frankfurt typically pay more than smaller cities, but living costs are higher too.
• Your prior experience: Two years of relevant experience before your Master's can move you from a fresh graduate offer toward the middle or upper end of the range.
• German language skills: A B2 level noticeably widens your options beyond purely English speaking teams and multinational employers.

My Advice

Use your 24 months of prior experience actively in interviews rather than letting recruiters treat you as a fresh graduate, since this is what moves your opening offer closer to 55,000 to 65,000 euros rather than the entry level 47,000 to 50,000 euro band. If you are targeting the EU Blue Card, confirm which threshold applies to your specific role before you negotiate your salary.