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Hardware Engineer

Average Early-Career Hardware Engineer Salary in South Africa

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R366,251
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
10%
ZAR 122k
MEDIAN
ZAR 366k
90%
ZAR 986k

The average salary for a Hardware Engineer is R366,251 in 2025

Base Salary
R122k - R986k
Bonus
R0 - R10k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R76k
Total Pay
R130k - R989k
Based on 12 salary profiles (last updated Mar 01 2023)
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Common Health Benefits for a Hardware Engineer

Medical
25%
None
75%

Gender Breakdown for Hardware Engineers

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 3 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Hardware Engineers

What is the highest pay for Hardware Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Hardware Engineer is ZAR 986k / year

What is the lowest pay for Hardware Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Hardware Engineer is ZAR 122k / year

How can Hardware Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Hardware Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Hardware Engineer that oversees more junior Hardware Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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