What is the median salary for Data Engineer in Cape Town?

The median salary for Data Engineer in Cape Town is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 875 000 per year.

How does the Data Engineer salary in Cape Town compare to the national average?

The national average salary for Data Engineer in South Africa is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 875 000, while in Cape Town it is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 875 000.

Top companies hiring Data Engineer in Cape Town include ATS Client, Mindrift, Tenth Revolution Group, Lulalend, Boardroom Appointments.

Based on 305 job listings - Cape Town, South Africa 2026

Average salary

R 800 000 - R 875 000

Median salary

R 800 000 - R 875 000

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Gauteng38 job openings

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Western Cape23 job openings

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Data Engineer in Cape Town

The average salary for a Data Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa is ZAR 800 000 - ZAR 875 000 per year in 2026, based on 305 job listings.

Leading employers for Data Engineer roles in South Africa include ATS Client, Mindrift, Tenth Revolution Group, Lulalend, Boardroom Appointments.

Explore 305 Data Engineer job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.