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Software Developer, Database

Average Software Developer, Database Salary in South Africa

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R135,882
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 24k
MEDIAN
ZAR 136k
75%
ZAR 197k

The average salary for a Software Developer, Database is R135,882 in 2025

Base Salary
R24k - R197k
Bonus
R0 - R23k
Profit Sharing
R0 - R17k
Total Pay
R52k - R260k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated Dec 02 2021)
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Developer, Database

Medical
40%
None
60%

Gender Breakdown for Software Developer, Databases

Male
100.0%
This data is based on 4 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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