Software Engineering Jobs in South Africa
There are 700 open Software Engineering jobs in South Africa on freehire right now. 334 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 232
- Junior 31
- Lead 25
- Middle 12
- 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
Build and evolve the SaaS billing and subscription platform that powers Impact.com’s revenue, migrating a legacy monolith to a modular, event-driven architecture using Java/Spring, MySQL, and Vue.js.
Java Developer – 6‑Month Renewable Contract (Johannesburg – Hybrid, 3 Days)
Build secure, scalable Java/Spring backend services for a financial-services client in Johannesburg, working hybrid 3 days onsite.
Hybrid Java Developer: Build Impactful Modern Apps
Build and maintain Java-based applications using Spring Boot, SQL, and RESTful APIs, collaborating with teams to deliver scalable, secure software.
Software developer - johannesburg/cape town
Backend developer building cloud microservices (TypeScript/Node.js) for industrial IoT safety platforms on AWS, enabling real-time monitoring and compliance for hazardous work environments.
Senior software engineer (php/laravel)
Senior engineer building and scaling web apps in PHP/Laravel with React/Angular/Vue, Node.js, and cloud platforms like AWS/Azure.
Senior software engineer (on-demand logistics)
Build and optimize on-demand delivery logistics systems using Scala, Play Framework, and Google Cloud to manage parcel and food deliveries across South Africa.
Senior software developer (salesforce)
Senior Salesforce developer customizing and building solutions on the Salesforce platform using Apex, LWC, SOQL, and Agile practices.
Senior c# software engineer
Senior C#/.NET engineer building and modernizing enterprise services at Syspro, leading refactoring, mentoring teams, and driving engineering quality in a hybrid role.
Senior software engineer (golang)
Leads design and development of scalable web apps using Go, React/Angular/Vue, Node.js/Django/Rails, and cloud platforms like AWS/Azure.
Software developer parow east
Develops and maintains retail planning systems, integrating business requirements into technical solutions for merchandise planning in a retail environment.
Senior software engineer
Senior software engineer building secure, scalable payment systems using modern web tech, databases, and cloud services at a fast-growing fintech company.
Software developer - guidewire
Develops and integrates Guidewire-based insurance software using C#, ASP.NET MVC 5, and data modeling, with cross-platform solutions preferred.
Software developer
Builds web and mobile apps for an agri-tech platform, focusing on geospatial data, precision agriculture, and cloud infrastructure using React, TypeScript, and AWS.
Senior software engineer
Builds and maintains enterprise APIs and web apps using .NET, Angular, and JavaScript, with exposure to microservices, Azure DevOps, and container platforms.
Senior Software Engineer
Our Company: At impact.com we are passionate about our people, our technology, and are obsessed with customer success. Working together enables us to grow rapidly, win, and serve the largest brands in the world. We use…
Senior Software Engineer
Build and maintain e-commerce software using React, Vue, Angular, Go, C#, Java, or JavaScript, collaborating with teams to deliver scalable solutions.
Software Engineer, Java
The company Upstream is a global leader in mobile marketing automation and digital service innovation, enabling Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) and brands to grow revenue, improve customer engagement and succeed in the…
Software Engineer - Java - Platform Track
Benefits Be part of the entire journey — from the spark of an idea to the final product launch. Grow your skills through world‑class training and hands‑on learning every day. Receive mentorship and guidance from…
Xpert: Senior Java Developer (Data | AWS) (IT consultant)
Builds scalable, cloud-native Java backend services for a large data platform using AWS (S3, Redshift, Kinesis, etc.) to process batch and streaming data.