Top 10 Countries Where Software Engineers Are in High Demand

BY MONEYCONTROL NEWS May 24, 2024 SAURAV PANDEY

United States

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Germany

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Canada

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Australia

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United Kingdom

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Israel

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Singapore

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Switzerland

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Netherlands

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Ireland

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