How much do remote developers in South Africa expect to make? $68,956 per year on average (based on self-reported data).
This estimated average salary is based on the expected salaries of Arc Developers in that location. Remote software engineer salaries in South Africa are amongst the highest for Africa. Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.
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Work with great developers — who just happen to be outside your zip code.We built this tool to help you understand how much remote developers expect to be paid annually across different countries around the world. Software engineer salary in South Africa are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in South Africa, and may not be representative of local salaries.Learn More
The salary data is based on the expected salary of over 300,000 remote developers in Arc's network. Developers provide us with their expected salary after passing our comprehensive vetting process (click here to learn more about Arc’s vetting process).
In addition to software development experience, our research indicates two other major factors that affect salary expectations:
・Local rent and cost of living.
・English ability (in countries where English is not the primary language, developers with a good command of English can often charge a premium compared to local rates).
In addition to providing a base salary, organizations may offer remote developers a more comprehensive package when hired long-term. This package may include benefits such as health insurance, equipment stipends, cash bonuses for high performance, company equity, etc. (For more information on benefits frequently offered to remote developers, click here.)
I am an accomplished Big Data Architect with over 15 years of progressive experience efficiently managing research, statistics and software engineering solutions for blue-chip environments, including global telecommunications, banking, manufacturing, healthcare and research institutions. I provide essential leadership in implementing Big Data infrastructure, configuration and testing technology to improve business performance. My skills include developing and executing effective business performance and data warehousing strategies and leading top-performing teams that consistently achieve and exceed even the most challenging targets.
I am a Senior AWS Data Engineer with expertise in Big Data, NoSQL, databases, programming, cloud services, and tools. I have led successful projects in data engineering and machine learning.
As a Software Engineer, I work on developing web applications and APIs for the automotive industry, using JavaScript (Reactjs, Node, Vuejs, jQuery), C#, PHP and Laravel. I collaborate with a team of engineers, designers, and testers to deliver high-quality, efficient, and user-friendly solutions that meet the clients' needs and expectations. I also contribute to the open source community as a contractor, sharing my code and expertise on GitHub. I have a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Rhodes University, where I conducted research on the Siyakhula Living Lab, a joint project between two universities that aims to provide computing infrastructure and education to rural schools in South Africa. I published a paper on the Linux Terminal Server Project, which allows client computers to boot from a centralized server and in some cases offload the computation to the server. I am passionate about problem-solving, learning new technologies, and applying my skills to real-world challenges. I seek a dynamic work environment and a vibrant work culture that encourages growth for both business and individuals. Github Profile : www.github.com/tichzvidzayi
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