Salary Guide 2026 · by industry
Semiconductor & Electronics salaries in Vietnam (2026)
In 2026, professionals in Semiconductor & Electronics in Vietnam with under 5 years of experience typically earn VND 20–38.1 million (about US$780–1,480) a month gross, and those with 5 years and above earn VND 42.3–79.7 million (about US$1,640–3,100).
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| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Admin – Entry level | Administration | 9–17 million ₫ | |
| Analog Mixed Signal Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20–50 million ₫ | |
| Analog Mixed Signal Layout Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20–50 million ₫ | |
| DFT Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20–50 million ₫ | |
| Design Verification Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 24.1–51.9 million ₫ | |
| Design for Test (DFT) Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Engineering – Experienced | Engineering & R&D | 16–32 million ₫ | |
| Failure Analysis Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–38.6 million ₫ | |
| IE/CI/Lean – Experienced | Engineering & R&D | 13–29 million ₫ | |
| Implementation/Integration Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Layout Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Package Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–38.6 million ₫ | |
| Physical Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.3–44.3 million ₫ | |
| Physical Implementation Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 18–37.5 million ₫ | |
| R&D – Experienced | Engineering & R&D | 15–42 million ₫ | |
| RTL Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 22.9–49.4 million ₫ | |
| Test Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–33.4 million ₫ | |
| Verification and Validation Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 20.6–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Finance & Accounting – Entry level | Finance & Accounting | 9–13 million ₫ | |
| General Accountant | Finance & Accounting | 20.6–28.3 million ₫ | |
| HR Executive/Specialist | Human Resources | 18–28.3 million ₫ | |
| System-on-Chip (SoC) Designer | IT & Software | 25.7–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Legal Specialist | Legal & Compliance | 20.6–28.3 million ₫ | |
| Marketing – Experienced | Marketing & Communications | 17–42 million ₫ | |
| Operations – Entry level | Operations & Production | 8–13 million ₫ | |
| Operations – Experienced | Operations & Production | 16–42 million ₫ | |
| Production Planning – Entry level | Operations & Production | 10–17 million ₫ | |
| Quality (QA/QC) – Entry level | Quality & HSE | 10–20 million ₫ | |
| Sales – Entry level | Sales & Business Development | 11–27 million ₫ | |
| Purchasing – Entry level | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 11–13 million ₫ |
| Position | Function | Monthly gross | Range chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| HR Manager/HR & Admin Manager | Administration | 59.1–87.4 million ₫ | |
| DFT Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 42.5–90 million ₫ | |
| DFT Manager | Engineering & R&D | 120–180 million ₫ | |
| Design Verification Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 46.9–92.4 million ₫ | |
| Design Verification Manager | Engineering & R&D | 116.6–155.8 million ₫ | |
| Design for Test (DFT) Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 43.7–74.6 million ₫ | |
| Design for Test (DFT) Manager | Engineering & R&D | 108–128.6 million ₫ | |
| Failure Analysis Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 38.6–69.4 million ₫ | |
| Layout Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 33.4–59.1 million ₫ | |
| Package Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 38.6–59.1 million ₫ | |
| Physical Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 41.8–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Physical Design Manager | Engineering & R&D | 109–146.8 million ₫ | |
| Physical Implementation Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 30–62.5 million ₫ | |
| RTL Design Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 41.9–84.9 million ₫ | |
| RTL Design Manager | Engineering & R&D | 116.6–155.8 million ₫ | |
| Test Engineer | Engineering & R&D | 33.4–64.3 million ₫ | |
| General Manager/Managing Director | Executive Leadership | 167.2–246.9 million ₫ | |
| Chief Accountant/Accounting Manager | Finance & Accounting | 54–79.7 million ₫ | |
| General Accountant | Finance & Accounting | 28.3–38.6 million ₫ | |
| HR Executive/Specialist | Human Resources | 28.3–38.6 million ₫ | |
| Information Technology – Manager | IT & Software | 36–73 million ₫ | |
| System-on-Chip (SoC) Designer | IT & Software | 43.7–79.7 million ₫ | |
| Legal Specialist | Legal & Compliance | 28.3–43.7 million ₫ | |
| Marketing – Manager | Marketing & Communications | 50–77 million ₫ | |
| Operations – Director/Head | Operations & Production | 73–184 million ₫ | |
| Operations – Manager | Operations & Production | 40–91 million ₫ | |
| Quality (QA/QC) – Manager | Quality & HSE | 42–79 million ₫ | |
| Sales – Manager | Sales & Business Development | 43–105 million ₫ | |
| Sales – Team Leader | Sales & Business Development | 26–42 million ₫ | |
| Purchasing – Manager | Supply Chain, Procurement & Logistics | 33–97 million ₫ |
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical salary in Semiconductor & Electronics in Vietnam in 2026?
Across the positions listed, the median range is VND 20–38.1 million (about US$780–1,480) a month for professionals with under 5 years of experience and VND 42.3–79.7 million (about US$1,640–3,100) for those with 5 years and above. Figures are gross base salary.
Which Semiconductor & Electronics roles pay the most in Vietnam?
For 5 years of experience and above, the highest ranges are: General Manager/Managing Director (VND 167.2–246.9 million (about US$6,500–9,600)); Operations – Director/Head (VND 73–184 million (about US$2,840–7,150)); DFT Manager (VND 120–180 million (about US$4,670–7,000)).
Do these figures include bonuses and allowances?
No. They are monthly gross base salary before allowances, bonuses, personal income tax and the employee's social insurance contributions.
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