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Solutions Engineer
Jobs & Salaries in Shanghai

Live salary benchmarks, sector growth data, and premium opportunities for Pre-Sales professionals in Shanghai.

Average OTECNY 450,000
Cost of Living75/100
Growth Index+12%

Entry Base

CNY 330,000

Senior Median

CNY 650,000

Active Sections

4 Sectors

Local Network

1,200+ SEs

Salary Benchmarks 2026

Real-world OTE (On-Target Earnings) data parsed from professional networks and local hiring trends in Shanghai.

By Seniority

0-2 years (CNY)CNY 330,000
3-5 years (CNY)CNY 450,000
6-8 years (CNY)CNY 650,000
9+ years (CNY)CNY 900,000

Industry Premium

Financial Tech (Lujiazui)Market Multiplier
1.25x
E-commerce & RetailMarket Multiplier
1.2x
Hardware & ChipsMarket Multiplier
1.3x
Online GamingMarket Multiplier
1.15x
Total Compensation Tip

In Shanghai, top-tier SEs often negotiate 70/30 base-to-bonus splits + equity.

Visa & Market Entry

Planning a move to Shanghai? Here's the essential immigration intelligence for skilled tech professionals.

Work Visa (Z Visa)

High Approval

Primary visa for foreign employees.

Key Requirements
  • degree:Bachelor's degree or higher
  • experience:2 years relevant work experience (waived for some degrees)
  • sponsor:Licensed employer in Shanghai
  • processing Time:1-2 months
Path Benefits
Residency Permit for 1-5 yearsFamily accompaniment

Talent Visa (R Visa)

High Approval

For high-level talents.

Key Requirements
  • category:Category A qualification
  • benefits:5-10 year validity, fast processing
Path Benefits

Market Pulse

Ecosystem ValueTop 10 Globally
Total Tech Roles300,000
Startups1,800
Unicorns36

Core Tech Stack

AWSK8sSaaSPythonReactAI/ML

Vertical Growth

Semiconductors
AI/Robotics
Biotech
E-commerce
Fintech

"FinTech and AI-infrastructure are the fastest growing segments for Solutions Engineers in Shanghai as of Q1 2026."

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