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Back-End Developer: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026

Find out what the average Back-End Developer salary is

Salary rate
How much does a Back-End Developer make in South Africa?
R 7 920 000/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Back-End Developer in South Africa is R 7 920 000 per year or R 4 062 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 420 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 10 200 000 per year.
MedianR 7 920 000
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LowR 420 000
HighR 10 200 000
Active jobs with salaries

Software Engineer: Back-End 10083

Capitec BankCape Town, ZA

As a Senior Back‑End Software Engineer, you’ll play a key role in a cross‑functional product team, owning the full software development lifecycle from design and build, through deployment, to opera... Show more

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Backend Developer - Digital Payments

PayTech Nexus LtdCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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Backend Developer – Digital Payments.We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong ownership, coordination, and delivery discipline, specialising in Java based systems and cloud native develop... Show more

Senior React Front-End Engineer

Head Office - Tsogo Sun Casino Management Company (Pty) LtdCape Town, ZA

Were looking for a Senior Front-End Engineer with deep React expertise to lead the design and delivery of high-quality, scalable user interfaces.Youll work closely with designers, backend engineers... Show more

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Software Engineer: Back-End 10083

CapitecCape Town, ZA

Apply by: We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry.To be part of the journey, follow the steps below: 1.To see wh... Show more

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