Software Engineering Jobs in South Africa
There are 700 open Software Engineering jobs in South Africa on freehire right now. 335 of them were posted recently. The skills employers ask for most often are java, sql and cloud.
Salary
| Currency | Period | 25th | Median | 75th | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZAR | year | ZAR 455,000 | ZAR 825,000 | ZAR 1,100,000 | 23 |
| ZAR | month | ZAR 52,500 | ZAR 58,750 | ZAR 62,500 | 12 |
From postings that disclose pay. Currencies are counted separately, never converted.
Most requested skills
- java 50%
- sql 45%
- cloud 44%
- api 43%
- agile 38%
- ci-cd 33%
- aws 32%
- python 31%
How the work is done
- Hybrid 90 · 13%
- Remote 54 · 8%
- Onsite 6 · 1%
Visa sponsorship offered in 15% of the 34 postings that state a position on it.
Seniority
- Senior 231
- Junior 31
- Lead 25
- Middle 13
- Principal 11
- Intern 9
Who is hiring
- 501-1000 employees 48
- 1000+ employees 36
- 51-200 employees 12
- 11-50 employees 5
Senior software engineer (id2)
Our Client is seeking a SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER (ID2) to join their team in MIDRAND. Should you meet the above requirements, please email your CV to admin@.za with copy of ID, qualifications and latest payslip.…
Senior java developer
An established organisation within the financial services sector is looking for an experienced Senior Java Developer to join its technology team on a 12-month contract. This is a hybrid opportunity based in Sandton,…
Java developer — emv kernel & payments specialist
PBT Group is hiring an experienced Java Developer for a contract engagement in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have strong Java development skills along with extensive experience in the payments domain,…
Senior java developer (cape town)
Job Description We are seeking a highly capable Senior Java Developer to join a dynamic enterprise technology environment in Cape Town . This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on developer who thrives in building…
Hybrid senior java developer for enterprise apps
Goldman Tech Resourcing is seeking a Senior Java Developer to join a high-calibre development team in Stellenbosch. This hybrid role targets an experienced software professional who will design, develop and maintain…
Senior java developer: java ee, spring & sql
Discovery Limited is seeking a skilled Java developer for the Vitality RSA Systems unit in Sandton. The role involves translating business and technical specifications into robust code, delivering Java/Java EE…
Senior software engineer (it)
Senior Software Engineer Our Client in Pretoria is seeking a SENIOR SOFTWARE ENGINEER to join their team in Pretoria. Responsibilities Develop, enhance and maintain software systems using Software Engineering practices…
Software engineer
Working at Signant Health puts you at the very heart of the world’s most exciting sector - a high-growth, dynamic company in an extraordinary industry. We’re radically changing the clinical trial landscape, driving…
Software engineer
About is the world's leading commerce partnership marketing platform, transforming the way businesses grow by enabling them to discover, manage, and scale partnerships across the entire customer journey. From…
Senior software developer gauteng
Senior Full Stack Python/Java Software Developer Reference: CPT005154-KJ-2 A leadership team that values autonomy Duties & Responsibilities The purpose of this role is to support my clients' projects with the…
Intermediate java developer
Job Description Reporting to the Senior Manager: Development, the role will be responsible for designing and implementing according to functional specification executable source code of high quality, maintainability…
Java developer johannesburg
Job Description Reporting to the Senior Manager: Development, the role will be responsible for designing and implementing according to functional specification executable source code of high quality, maintainability…
C++ and python developer
Job Reference: CTI003442-ANN-1 Developers, start your engines! A leading expert in automotive development is seeking C++ and Python Developers to join their team. Don't miss out on an opportunity to make a real…
Senior Software Engineer II: Cloud, Data Modeling & Mentorship
A senior engineer who designs scalable cloud/data solutions, mentors juniors, and bridges customer needs with technical execution using Java/.Net/Python in a product environment.
Senior Java Developer (Kafka)
A senior Java developer leads technical problem-solving, maintains fintech platforms, and collaborates with data scientists and clients. Core focus: Kafka-based systems, NoSQL databases, and scalable APIs.
Software Engineer
Intermediate Java Software Developer building high-performance backend systems for a payments FinTech, using Java, microservices, messaging (Kafka/RabbitMQ), databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL/Oracle), and cloud-native tech (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes).
Python Developer
Builds and maintains Python-based full-stack web apps for internal data tools, combining backend (Flask) and frontend (HTML/JS) to create user-friendly interfaces for non-technical users.
Software Development Engineer
Designs and implements CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling to deploy software solutions for clients, working across multi-team environments and aligning systems with business requirements.
Java developer
Senior Java Developer Reference: ITE005761-KN-1 We are seeking experienced and talented Senior Java Developers. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking projects while collaborating with a group…
Senior software engineer
Meet Ozow Ozow is a leading fintech company that's redefining digital payments in South Africa and beyond. We're dedicated to making payments more accessible, secure, and convenient for both businesses and…