Software Engineer Salary in South Africa
R 34,430
per month
per year
R 413,200
per year
per month
Software Engineer Average Salary
The average salary for a Software Engineer in SA is R 34 430 gross per month (R 413 200 gross per year), which is 46% higher than the South Africa's national average salary.
Salary Range: a Software Engineer can expect an average starting salary of R 16 180. The highest salaries can exceed R 55 270.
Salary Range: a Software Engineer can expect an average starting salary of R 16 180. The highest salaries can exceed R 55 270.
R 16,180
Low
R 34,430
Average salary
R 55,270
High
R 194,200
Low
R 413,200
Average salary
R 663,200
High
Find now Software Engineer jobs on Jobted South Africa
Software Engineering Salary Range - South Africa
Among Software Engineers in South Africa, Junior Software Engineers tend to have the lowest salaries, while more experienced Senior Software Engineers enjoy the highest salaries.
Software Engineer - Salary Differences
| Job | Salary | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Senior Software Engineer | R 40,630/month | +18% |
| Junior Software Engineer | R 16,870/month | -51% |
Software Engineer - Pay by Experience Level
In South Africa, an Entry Level Software Engineer with less than three years of experience can expect to earn an average compensation of R 200 000 gross per year. An intermediate level Software Engineer with 4-9 years of experience earns an average salary of R 350 000, while a Senior Software Engineer with 10-20 years of experience makes on average R 486 000. Software Engineers with more than 20 years of experience may earn more than R 600 000 yearly.
How Work Experience Affects the Salary of a Software Engineer in SA
| Late Career | ▲ +45% |
| Senior | ▲ +18% |
| Average Salary | R 413,200/year |
| Intermediate Level | ▼ -15% |
| Entry Level | ▼ -52% |
Gender Breakdown
Female
8%
8%
Male
92%
92%
Software Engineer Jobs in South Africa by Location
Software Engineer - Related Salaries
The salary and wage information presented on this page is based on the actual salaries offered to candidates in Software Engineer job vacancies published on Jobted South Africa in the last 12 months.
Don’t miss out on new vacancies!
Create a job alert for: Software Engineer
Frequently asked questions about the salary of the Software Engineer
How much does a Software Engineer make in South Africa?
What is the starting salary for a Software Engineer in South Africa?
What is the highest salary for a Software Engineer in South Africa?
Software Engineer Jobs