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

The median salary for Data Engineer in Cape Town is ZAR 460 000 - ZAR 812 500 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 460 000 - ZAR 812 500, while in Cape Town it is ZAR 460 000 - ZAR 812 500.

Top companies hiring Data Engineer in Cape Town include AECOM, Digital Outsource Services, E-Merge IT Recruitment, Canonical, DVT.

Based on 309 job listings - Cape Town, South Africa 2026

Average salary

R 460 000 - R 812 500

Median salary

R 460 000 - R 812 500

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Data Engineer in Cape Town

The average salary for a Data Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa is ZAR 460 000 - ZAR 812 500 per year in 2026, based on 309 job listings.

Leading employers for Data Engineer roles in South Africa include AECOM, Digital Outsource Services, E-Merge IT Recruitment, Canonical, DVT.

Explore 309 Data Engineer job listings in South Africa on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.