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Last updated April 2026

Top Software Developer Influencers to Follow [2026]

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Discover influential software developers on Instagram who share coding tips, career advice, and industry trends. These thought leaders are the perfect gateway to reaching a highly technical and engaged developer community.

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Andrew Tattersall
#1

Andrew Tattersall

@andrewcodesmith
Followers:416KLocation:N/AType:Macro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: tech | ai | code | life software engineer building @thepolymathapp [email protected] new yt video + my newsletter ↓

Andrew Tattersall is a macro influencer from N/A with around 416K followers.

Delia Lazarescu
#2

Delia Lazarescu

@tech.unicorn
Followers:341.9KLocation:Tokyo, JapanType:Macro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: 💻Tech Memes, News & Tips from sentient AI Ex-google digital nomad🌍2 degrees👩‍🎓 Join my newsletter 🕸️👩‍💻👇

Delia Lazarescu is a macro influencer from Tokyo, Japan with around 341.9K followers.

Nick Amato
#3
Followers:221.3KLocation:N/AType:Macro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: ⚛️ M.S. in Physics 📊 Data Scientist 💻 Software Developer ✉️ [email protected]

Nick Amato is a macro influencer from N/A with around 221.3K followers.

Dan • iOS & Android Developer
#4

Dan • iOS & Android Developer

@dan.mobile.dev
Followers:122.4KLocation:N/AType:Macro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: 📲 Building apps since 2015 🧑‍💻 Teaching coding since 2020 🦾 Programming with AI since 2024 👇 Join to level up on all of these

Dan • iOS & Android Developer is a macro influencer from N/A with around 122.4K followers.

Bashiri | Become a Software Engineer
#5

Bashiri | Become a Software Engineer

@bashi_fuirkashi
Followers:111.1KLocation:N/AType:Macro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: 💻 $265k Software Engineer and Founder ⭐️Helping engineers land a $100k job in this tough market💸 help & resources ⬇️

Bashiri | Become a Software Engineer is a macro influencer from N/A with around 111.1K followers.

The best coding account on IG.
#6

The best coding account on IG.

@coding_unicorn
Followers:99.8KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: 👋 Hi! My name is Julia. I am: 👩‍💻 Professional software developer. ✍️ Posting no-BS coding, career, productivity tips. ❤️ @devternity fan

The best coding account on IG. is a micro influencer from N/A with around 99.8K followers.

Sudomarith 📍Seattle, NYC
#7

Sudomarith 📍Seattle, NYC

@zero2sudo
Followers:83.8KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: ✍️ Tech, Al, career building strategy 200K+ CS students, 15M+ monthly reach 📧 [email protected]

Sudomarith 📍Seattle, NYC is a micro influencer from N/A with around 83.8K followers.

Carlysle McNaught
#8

Carlysle McNaught

@cmcnaughtak
Followers:66.3KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Fashion Reviewer & Stylist NYC 📩 [email protected]

Carlysle McNaught is a micro influencer from N/A with around 66.3K followers.

Galinie | Lifestyle · Tech
#9

Galinie | Lifestyle · Tech

@galinie_codes
Followers:65KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Let’s grow together AI Curious, Meme Fueled 📩 [email protected]

Galinie | Lifestyle · Tech is a micro influencer from N/A with around 65K followers.

Rui Fu
#10

Rui Fu

@raycfu
Followers:53.5KLocation:Dubai, United States (USA)Type:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Software Engineer in NYC Duke 🎓

Rui Fu is a micro influencer from Dubai, United States (USA) with around 53.5K followers.

Shae
#11
Followers:50.3KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: So.. do you want to learn tech or not? ex Google 👉🏽 AWS All views are my own Free 8 month cloud guide

Shae is a micro influencer from N/A with around 50.3K followers.

TechWorld with Nana
#12

TechWorld with Nana

@techworld_with_nana
Followers:44.2KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Co-Founder: @nanuchij && @niki.hiller 🚀 Cloud & DevOps and DevSecOps Bootcamp 🎬 Youtube (1.3M+) 🐳 Docker Captain ☁️ AWS Container Hero

TechWorld with Nana is a micro influencer from N/A with around 44.2K followers.

Paola Terrazas
#13

Paola Terrazas

@ladyengineering
Followers:18.4KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Sharing my journey as a first-gen Latina in tech 💞 ✨ career tips & motivation 👩🏼‍💻 senior software engineer @meta 💌 [email protected]

Paola Terrazas is a micro influencer from N/A with around 18.4K followers.

Brian Jenney
#14

Brian Jenney

@brianjenneycode
Followers:10.6KLocation:N/AType:Micro influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Build your first AI powered app👇

Brian Jenney is a micro influencer from N/A with around 10.6K followers.

Byron Jenkins | Software Engineer
#15

Byron Jenkins | Software Engineer

@codeherk
Followers:9.5KLocation:N/AType:Nano influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: My goal is to inspire others to code 💻 Senior Software Engineer⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 🎓 Temple University ‘19 🍒 ☁️ #AWSCertified Solutions Architect

Byron Jenkins | Software Engineer is a nano influencer from N/A with around 9.5K followers.

Danny Thompson
#16

Danny Thompson

@dthompsondev
Followers:5.7KLocation:N/AType:Nano influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Director Of Technology | Software Engineer | International Speaker

Danny Thompson is a nano influencer from N/A with around 5.7K followers.

Bree • Tech Career & Lifestyle
#17

Bree • Tech Career & Lifestyle

@bytesofbree
Followers:4KLocation:N/AType:Nano influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Helping you engineer a career to fund a life you love ✨ Coding for the life, freedom, and fun 🥂 🥑 Sr. Dev Advocate | 🍑 ATL 💌 [email protected]

Bree • Tech Career & Lifestyle is a nano influencer from N/A with around 4K followers.

Zara Chiara | Software Engineering Manager
#18

Zara Chiara | Software Engineering Manager

@leadershipintech
Followers:1.7KLocation:N/AType:Nano influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: 👩‍💻New to leadership? Im your manager sis ❤️Leading in tech without losing my humanity 🍼Still deciding - Stay working or stay home? Follow the journey

Zara Chiara | Software Engineering Manager is a nano influencer from N/A with around 1.7K followers.

Jeremiah Haynes
#19

Jeremiah Haynes

@wheres_jayhaynes
Followers:1.2KLocation:N/AType:Nano influencerCategories:Not specifiedGender:Not specified

Bio: Life is hard, rock soft. Software Engineer @siriusxm @pandora

Jeremiah Haynes is a nano influencer from N/A with around 1.2K followers.

See all influencers in this list

Found a few influencers you like? Unlock the complete list and let Socialveins turn it into a campaign-ready shortlist with clear pricing, projected views and next steps.

No random scraping or cold DMs – we help you use the full list safely and effectively for your brand.

Who should use this list

This list is made for brands that want to work with credible influencers instead of random profiles found on Instagram/ YouTube. It is especially useful for D2C brands, local businesses, e-commerce stores and marketing teams planning launches or performance campaigns that want to reach relevant audiences(city, region or niche).

How to use this list for your campaign

  1. Shortlist 5–15 influencers whose content and audience match your brand.
  2. Share your objective, budget and timelines with the Socialveins team.
  3. We refine the shortlist, align deliverables and share projected views and expected ROI for each influencer.
  4. Our team then manages outreach, negotiations, scripting, approvals, tracking and reporting for you.

How to choose the right influencer from this list

  • Match their content niche and tone with your brand positioning.
  • Check if their audience aligns with your target city, age group and interests.
  • Look beyond follower count – consistent views and engagement matter more than just big numbers.
  • If you are unsure, share your options with Socialveins and we will recommend a mix based on data and past campaign learnings.

Why run your campaign through Socialveins

Instead of chasing influencers individually, brands offload campaigns to Socialveins to get higher reliability and better results.

  • Curated, verified influencer shortlists instead of random outreach.
  • Transparent discussions on pricing, deliverables and timelines.
  • End-to-end execution – from shortlisting and negotiation to scripts, publishing and post-campaign reporting.
  • Protection for both brand and influencer with clear expectations and minimal coordination overhead for your team.
You stay focused on brand and strategy while our team handles the heavy lifting to maximise campaign performance.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before shortlisting influencers from this list.

How does Socialveins curate and verify influencers for this list?

Our team shortlists influencers using real data such as follower trends, engagement consistency, content quality, and brand safety indicators. We also recheck influencer activity to ensure that the influencers shown here are active, authentic, and relevant for campaigns. This gives brands a dependable starting point without guesswork.

Are these influencers trustworthy for brand collaborations?

Yes. Every influencer featured in this list has been evaluated for authenticity, past content behaviour, audience relevance, and overall brand-fit. While we do not provide direct contact details publicly, Socialveins ensures transparent coordination so brands can execute campaigns confidently and professionally.

Can Socialveins help me connect with these influencers for a campaign?

Absolutely. Instead of sharing raw contact details, Socialveins facilitates professional outreach, negotiates deliverables, aligns expectations, and ensures both the brand and influencer stay protected throughout the collaboration. This results in smoother communication and better outcomes.

What is the benefit of running campaigns through Socialveins instead of doing it manually?

Brands that offload campaigns to Socialveins typically achieve better results because we pre-validate influencers, negotiate fair and transparent pricing, manage scripts and approvals, track deliverables, and provide clear performance reporting. This end-to-end execution dramatically improves outcomes compared to manual coordination.

Do you guarantee transparency during influencer selection and pricing?

Yes. Socialveins is built on transparency. We openly discuss influencer suitability, deliverables, expected performance, and pricing before any campaign starts. There are no hidden charges, inflated quotes, or unexplained markups at any stage.

How accurate is the data shown for these influencers?

Metrics on this page are refreshed periodically using platform signals and our internal monitoring systems. Before any collaboration begins, Socialveins also shares the latest performance snapshot for each selected influencer so brands make decisions based on updated and reliable numbers.

Can I run a multi-influencer or city-wide campaign using this list?

Yes. Many brands use groups of influencers from this list for city-level promotions, store launches, D2C growth, and performance campaigns. Socialveins can prepare a high-impact campaign plan that combines several influencers, formats, and deliverables for maximum reach.

What happens after I share my campaign brief with Socialveins?

Once you share your objective, budget, and timeline, our team prepares a refined shortlist, aligns deliverables with influencers, handles outreach and negotiations, manages scripts and deadlines, tracks live performance, and shares a clear post-campaign report. You get a hands-off experience with higher reliability and better outcomes.

Are small brands or first-time advertisers suitable for influencer campaigns?

Yes. Influencer marketing works well even for young or first-time brands when managed correctly. Socialveins guides you on budgeting, selecting influencers, choosing formats, and measuring results so campaigns remain cost-effective and outcome-driven.

If I want to work with influencers not shown in this list, can Socialveins help?

Definitely. This page showcases a curated selection, but our database includes many more influencers across categories, niches, and locations. If you need additional options, Socialveins can create a personalised list based on your brand goals and target audience.