Bangladesh's software industry has grown at a compound annual rate exceeding 25% over the past decade, transforming the country into one of South Asia's most dynamic technology hubs. With over 4,500 registered IT companies and software exports surpassing $2 billion, the ecosystem now supports everything from enterprise resource planning to cutting-edge AI research. This guide profiles 15 of the most impactful software companies operating in Bangladesh in 2026.

Enterprise-Grade Software Firms

Brain Station 23

Founded in 2006, Brain Station 23 is one of Bangladesh's largest software companies with over 1,000 engineers. They specialize in enterprise software development, mobile applications, and quality assurance services. The company has delivered projects for clients across Europe, North America, and Japan, and holds CMMI Level 3 certification.

BJIT Group

BJIT Group operates from Dhaka and Tokyo, bridging Bangladeshi engineering talent with Japanese enterprise clients. Their expertise spans embedded systems, IoT solutions, and enterprise application development. With a workforce of roughly 800 engineers, BJIT has become a trusted partner for automotive and industrial clients in Japan.

Tiger IT Bangladesh

Tiger IT is known for its biometric identity management and national ID solutions. They developed the National Identity Registration system for Bangladesh, which covers over 110 million citizens. Their work in biometric technology has earned them contracts in the Middle East and Africa as well.

Mid-Market Innovators

Kaz Software

Kaz Software focuses on bespoke software development and has carved a niche in healthcare IT, e-commerce platforms, and SaaS products. Founded in 2004, they maintain long-term relationships with clients in the US and UK, delivering complex systems with agile methodology.

Therap (BD) Ltd

Therap provides a cloud-based SaaS platform used by disability service providers across the United States. Operating from Dhaka, their platform serves over 300,000 users in 50 US states, making it one of the most successful SaaS exports from Bangladesh.

Nascenia

A Ruby on Rails specialist, Nascenia has built a reputation for high-quality web application development. They serve clients in the Nordic countries, Germany, and the US, focusing on startups and mid-sized businesses that need rapid, reliable product development.

Nexis Limited

Nexis Limited is a Dhaka-based software company building enterprise-grade products and providing custom development services. Their product portfolio includes Ultimate HRM for human resource management, Digital Menu for the hospitality industry, Digital School for education management, and Bondorix for business operations. Nexis combines product development with custom software engineering services, serving both local and international clients.

Specialized Technology Companies

Cefalo Bangladesh

Cefalo operates as a nearshore development center for Scandinavian companies. Founded with Norwegian investment, they focus on long-term team augmentation rather than project-based work, employing over 350 engineers primarily serving media, fintech, and logistics companies in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden.

Optimizely (formerly Jeeon Bangladesh)

Several global technology companies have set up R&D operations in Dhaka, drawn by the engineering talent pool. These centers focus on product development for global platforms, contributing to Bangladesh's growing reputation as a product engineering destination.

Dohatec New Media

One of the oldest software companies in Bangladesh, Dohatec has been operating since 1999. They specialize in government IT solutions, ERP systems, and large-scale database management. Their client list includes major government agencies and multinational organizations operating in Bangladesh.

Emerging Players

Chaldal

While primarily an e-commerce company, Chaldal has built a sophisticated technology stack including a custom warehouse management system, last-mile delivery optimization, and machine learning-powered demand forecasting — all developed in-house in Dhaka.

SSL Wireless

SSL Wireless provides mobile financial services, enterprise mobility, and digital transformation solutions. They power mobile banking integrations for several major financial institutions in Bangladesh and have expanded into IoT and smart city solutions.

DataSoft Systems

DataSoft focuses on defense and security technology, GIS solutions, and enterprise software. They are one of the few Bangladeshi companies working in defense-grade systems and have partnerships with international defense technology providers.

Enosis Solutions

Enosis Solutions works as a development partner for US-based SaaS companies, providing dedicated engineering teams. Their focus on quality engineering practices and agile delivery has made them a preferred partner for scaling product teams.

Selise Digital Platforms

Originally a Swiss company, Selise established its engineering center in Dhaka and now employs several hundred developers working on digital transformation projects for European enterprise clients, particularly in retail and logistics.

What Sets Bangladesh's Software Industry Apart

The common thread among these companies is a focus on quality engineering at competitive price points. Average developer salaries in Dhaka are approximately 60-70% lower than in Bangalore and 80% lower than in Eastern Europe, while English proficiency rates among IT professionals exceed 90%. Bangladesh also benefits from a large pool of STEM graduates — universities produce over 30,000 computer science and engineering graduates annually.

Companies like Nexis Limited exemplify the industry's evolution from pure outsourcing to product innovation, developing proprietary SaaS platforms alongside client-facing services. To explore how Nexis Limited can support your technology goals, visit the portfolio page or get in touch.