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Software Quality Engineer

Average Early-Career Software Quality Engineer with Software Test Skills Salary in South Africa

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R356,078
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (ZAR)
25%
ZAR 263k
MEDIAN
ZAR 356k
75%
ZAR 461k

The average salary for a Software Quality Engineer is R356,078 in 2025

Base Salary
R263k - R461k
Total Pay
R263k - R479k
Based on 9 salary profiles (last updated May 31 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Software Quality Engineer

Medical
43%
None
57%

Gender Breakdown for Software Quality Engineers

Male
80.0%
Female
20.0%
This data is based on 5 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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How can Software Quality Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Software Quality 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 Software Quality Engineer that oversees more junior Software Quality Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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