Market data from Toptal, Upwork, and local job boards shows Philippines contractors billing Canada clients at $27–$37/hr for senior software engineering. Rates vary by role, seniority, portfolio strength, and whether the relationship is direct or agency-mediated. Use the tool above to explore all roles.
Market estimates from Toptal/Upwork rate surveys and public salary data. Actual rates vary by experience, portfolio, and negotiation.
| Role | Junior | Mid | Senior | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Engineer | $8–$11/hr | $15–$21/hr | $27–$37/hr | $43–$58/hr |
| Full Stack Developer | $7–$9/hr | $14–$19/hr | $25–$34/hr | $39–$53/hr |
| Product Designer (UX/UI) | $7–$9/hr | $13–$17/hr | $23–$30/hr | $36–$49/hr |
| Product Manager | $8–$11/hr | $16–$22/hr | $28–$38/hr | $45–$61/hr |
| Data Scientist | $8–$11/hr | $16–$22/hr | $28–$38/hr | $43–$58/hr |
| DevOps / Platform Engineer | $8–$11/hr | $15–$20/hr | $26–$36/hr | $41–$56/hr |
All rates in USD. Market data from Toptal, Upwork, Glassdoor 2024. Updated January 2025. Estimates only — not financial advice.
Market data is aggregated from Toptal, Upwork, and regional job platforms. The Philippines rate multiplier for senior roles is 38% of the US benchmark. Currency conversions use approximate rates updated quarterly — use a live rate for actual invoicing. Last reviewed January 2025.
Toptal and Upwork 2024 data shows senior Philippines contractors billing Canada clients at $27–$37/hr for software engineering. This is 38% of the US market benchmark for the same role.
We start with the US median total compensation for the role and seniority, convert to hourly, then apply Philippines's market multiplier (38% for senior roles based on aggregated platform data). The range is ±15% around the midpoint.
For senior software engineering: $27–$37/hr. Mid-level: $19–$26/hr. Rates vary by role — use the calculator above for designers, PMs, and data scientists.
Rates shift with USD exchange rates, platform supply/demand, and economic conditions. Major moves typically happen annually. Review and renegotiate your rate every 12 months. Our data is reviewed every quarter.
Estimates only — not financial or tax advice. Rates vary by experience, portfolio, client relationship, and negotiation. See full methodology.