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Programmer: Average Salary in South Africa, 2026

Find out what the average Programmer salary is

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How much does a Programmer make in South Africa?
R 510 000/ Annual
Based on 1926 salaries
The average Programmer in South Africa is R 510 000 per year or R 262 per hour. Entry-level positions start at R 390 000 per year, while most experienced workers make up to R 6 984 000 per year.
MedianR 510 000
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LowR 390 000
HighR 6 984 000
Active jobs with salaries
Junior CNC Operator - Somerset West

Junior CNC Operator - Somerset West

Sagen AdvisorySomerset West, ZA
Sagen Advisory Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client.This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a mechanical mindset, a strong eye for detail, and a desire to grow in a technical man...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Programmer - Cape Town

Programmer - Cape Town

The Recruitment ProCape Town, ZA
R65k-R85k dependant on experience and complexity to programme projects, proficient in Prima Vera or suitable software.Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Analyst Programmer

Analyst Programmer

TumainiCape Town
Are you a Programmer who is skilled in Analysis? Well we have the right job for you! A well-established IT company is seeking an Analyst Developer to join their Bellville based team.Skilled in Orac...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
All Round Machinist and or CNC Programmer

All Round Machinist and or CNC Programmer

Dennes Engineering PTY ltd.Cape Town, ZA
All?Round Machinist / CNC Programmer.Ndabeni (near Pinelands), Cape Town.Dennes Engineering – 40 years of solving engineering challenges in South Africa. Independent workshop hero : machine parts fro...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago