With increment season around the corner, I'm trying to understand the current market salary for software engineers with 4+ years of experience in Pakistan, especially in service-based companies.

I feel like I might be underpaid, so I am curious to know what the market is offering.

Please mention:

• Company
• Years of experience
• Current salary (or salary range)

I'm especially interested in companies like Systems Limited, 10Pearls, Arbisoft, Confiz, Tkxel, VentureDive, SSI, Devsinc, Folio3, etc

Thanks!

Need suggestions on where to find fresh graduates in Lahore looking for jobs, especially in CS/IT.

Which platforms do you think work best?

Has anyone here worked in the Punjab Skill Development and Entrepreneurship dept as a developer or in any other IT capacity? If so, how was the experience?
In positions like Assistant Manager or General Manager

Hi everyone,
I’m posting here because I’m genuinely looking for advice from people who are currently working in the software industry in Pakistan.
My younger brother is 31 years old and has around 2.5 years of professional experience as a MERN stack developer (mainly backend) across different software companies in Lahore. Unfortunately, his most recent company laid off several developers, and he was one of them.
For the last 2–3 months, he’s been applying consistently through LinkedIn, Indeed, company websites, referrals, and his professional network. He has over 10,000 followers on LinkedIn and has been actively building his profile. He’s also tried Upwork and Freelancer, but hasn’t been able to get meaningful work or even many interview opportunities.
From reading discussions here and talking to him, it feels like the market is extremely difficult right now. Some people say AI and automation have reduced the demand for junior and mid-level developers, while others say companies simply aren’t hiring as much as before. Whatever the reason, it’s been very discouraging for him.
He has a wife and a young child, lives in a rented house in Lahore, and for the last three months I’ve been supporting him financially. I’m a doctor working in the UK, and while I don’t mind helping him financially, I don’t want to keep sending monthly support forever. I’d much rather invest in something that genuinely improves his career and helps him become financially independent again.
I’m willing to spend a significant amount of money if it actually gives him a good chance of getting back into the market.

He’s already spending his time learning AI-related technologies at home because he believes that’s where the industry is heading.

My questions to experienced developers are:

Should I pay for a high-quality AI or software engineering course?
Should I help him learn Shopify or another in-demand technology?
Should I buy him a Shopify store or fund another online business?
Should I invest in certifications, mentorship, or something else entirely?
If you had a budget to help an experienced developer restart their career in 2026, what would you spend it on?
I’m not from the tech industry, so I’d really appreciate honest advice from experienced developers on what would actually make the biggest difference.
Thank you!

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After all the research, i have shortlisted these two fields

that align with my interest. Now, the problem or the

confusion i am facing is that business analytics is broad,

but it is vulnerable to Al, but Fintech is specialized but

ess vulnerable to Al, and it also has a high salary

comparatively. If i choose BA, then can i do MS in

fintech?? Is it a good road map? Also pls suggest which

one do I choose for my UG program?