Based on 1 966 job listings - Cape Town, South Africa 2026
50% of professionals earn between R 600 000 - R 900 000 ZAR
The median salary is R 750 000
Cape Town
Average salary
654 737 - 685 917
Median salary
750 000 - 750 000
1 966 job openings
South Africa
Average salary
480 000 - 1 050 000
Median salary
765 000 - 1 050 000
10 896 job openings
The average salary for a Software Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa is ZAR 654 737 - ZAR 685 917 per year in 2026, based on 1 966 job listings.
Leading employers for Software Engineer roles in South Africa include ATS Client, Hire Resolve, Scatec, PathCare, Bigen Group.
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