Based on 2 003 job listings - Cape Town, South Africa 2026
50% of professionals earn between R 250 000 - R 900 000 ZAR
The median salary is R 720 000
Cape Town
Average salary
623 633 - 658 259
Median salary
720 000 - 815 000
2 003 job openings
South Africa
Average salary
480 000 - 1 050 000
Median salary
765 000 - 1 050 000
11 158 job openings
The average salary for a Software Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa is ZAR 623 633 - ZAR 658 259 per year in 2026, based on 2 003 job listings.
Leading employers for Software Engineer roles in South Africa include Hire Resolve, ATS Client, Bigen Group, E-Merge IT Recruitment, Bionic Talent.
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