Software Engineering Jobs in South Africa
There are 708 open Software Engineering jobs in South Africa on freehire right now. 343 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 13
- Principal 12
- Intern 10
Who is hiring
- 501-1000 employees 48
- 1000+ employees 36
- 51-200 employees 12
- 11-50 employees 5
Python Developer Gauteng
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Software engineer
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Java Developer
Java Developer building banking integration services and enterprise applications using Java/JEE, WebSphere, and Angular on-site in Cape Town.
Software developer: react/next.js, bi & automation
An entry-level developer builds scalable web apps using React/Next.js, Node.js, Python, and SQL, while contributing to data-driven insights and automation in a collaborative team.
Software Developer (Java) at Datonomy Solutions
Build and maintain Java microservices on Azure using Spring Boot and Micronaut, owning end-to-end delivery from design to production support in a high-volume enterprise environment.
Associate Software Engineer
The Associate Software Engineer joins a 12-month structured program at SPAN Digital to develop skills in full-stack engineering and AI-assisted development. Participants work on real projects under senior mentorship to build production-ready software across various industries.
Software Engineer, Wikidata Platform
Backend/platform engineer building and operating the Wikidata Query Service and related data infrastructure, combining distributed systems development with operations ownership using Java/C++ and knowledge graph technologies.
Senior Software Engineer, Wikidata Platform
Senior Software Engineer to build and maintain the backend systems and APIs that power Wikidata’s query infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability for the structured data backbone of Wikimedia projects.
Web Developer
Zepz is seeking a technical architect to build and maintain scalable backend services and marketing-focused infrastructure using Java, Kotlin, TypeScript, and cloud technologies. The role involves integrating AI tools to boost development velocity and requires a hybrid presence in their Cape Town office.
Senior java software engineer
Equal Experts is an innovative consultancy specialising in the delivery of custom software solutions for blue-chip enterprise and public sector clients across a range of industry sectors. We work on important projects…
Intermediate java software engineer
Intermediate Java Software Engineer Exciting Opportunity for an Intermediate Java Software Engineer Elevate your career, where we prioritise people and nurture a culture of growth, collaboration, and innovation. Join a…
It software developer east london
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Staff Software Engineer for Identity Management (Go/Golang)
Build and modernize identity management systems for Canonical’s products and services using Go and Python, including authentication flows, API endpoints, and Juju charms.
Software Engineer Opportunity in Johannesburg Tech Hub
Design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade, cloud-native applications using modern programming languages (Java, C#, Python, JS/TS), APIs, microservices, and DevOps/CI-CD practices at a large financial services company in Johannesburg.
Software engineer (azure, html, css, javascript)
Software Engineer building and maintaining web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery on the Microsoft Azure platform—including Azure databases, Logic Apps automations, SharePoint, and UX design work for a Digital Transformation Specialist.
Software engineer, ai & rl environments
Crossing Hurdles is seeking a software engineer to create reinforcement learning environments and address complex engineering challenges. You will implement features, fix bugs, and optimize performance within a dynamic…