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ICT & IT Jobs in Johannesburg

Johannesburg is South Africa's tech capital and by far its biggest ICT job market. From banking and fintech in Sandton to startups in Braamfontein and Rosebank, almost every major technology employer has a Joburg presence — it is the country's deepest market for developers, engineers and specialists.

Entry Salary

R7,500–R14,000/mo

Senior Salary

Up to R140,000/mo

Local Employers

12+ anchors

In-Demand Roles

8+ role types

Where the Tech Jobs Are in Johannesburg

Target these local tech and business nodes when you search for ICT work in and around Johannesburg:

Sandton Rosebank Braamfontein Midrand Bryanston Fourways

What's Driving Demand

  • Banking & fintech IT
  • The largest developer job market in SA
  • Startups & scale-ups
  • Cloud, data and cybersecurity specialists

Anchor Employers & Sectors

  • major banks & fintechs
  • Discovery
  • telecoms head offices
  • tech consultancies & startups

In-Demand ICT Roles for Johannesburg

IT Support Technician

R8,000–R14,000/month

very high demand

Service Desk / Help Desk Agent

R7,500–R12,000/month

very high demand

Junior Software Developer

R15,000–R25,000/month

very high demand

Network Technician

R10,000–R16,000/month

high demand

Data Analyst

R14,000–R22,000/month

very high demand

Cybersecurity Analyst

R18,000–R30,000/month

very high demand

Junior Systems Administrator

R14,000–R22,000/month

high demand

Web Developer

R10,000–R20,000/month

high demand

Major ICT Employers in Johannesburg

BCX

6,000+

A Telkom company and one of South Africa's largest ICT and digital transformation providers, delivering managed services, cloud, networking and software across the country. A major employer of IT support, network and systems staff with a strong KwaZulu-Natal footprint.

R10,000–R60,000/month

Datacentrix

2,000+

A JSE-listed ICT systems integrator providing infrastructure, cloud, security and managed services to SA's biggest organisations. Known for structured graduate and learnership pipelines into technical roles.

R12,000–R55,000/month

Vox Telecom

1,000+

A leading South African telecommunications and ICT provider offering fibre, connectivity, cloud and voice services. A common entry point for network, fibre and technical-support technicians.

R9,000–R45,000/month

NTT Ltd (Dimension Data)

3,000+ (SA)

The global technology services company (formerly Dimension Data) with a large South African operation in networking, cloud, security and data centres. A prestigious destination for engineers and a strong graduate-programme employer.

R14,000–R80,000/month

Adapt IT

1,500+

A Durban-founded software and ICT solutions company (part of Volaris/Halma) building industry software for education, manufacturing, energy and more. One of KZN's flagship home-grown tech employers and a great destination for developers.

R15,000–R70,000/month

EOH

5,000+

One of the largest ICT service providers in Africa, delivering consulting, software, infrastructure and managed services. A high-volume employer across technical and developer disciplines with graduate pathways.

R12,000–R65,000/month

Altron

4,000+

A JSE-listed South African ICT group spanning software, systems integration, security and managed services (Altron Systems, Netstar, Altron Digital Business). A major employer of engineers, developers and technicians nationwide.

R12,000–R70,000/month

MTN Business

Part of MTN SA (17,000+)

The enterprise ICT and connectivity arm of MTN, delivering cloud, IoT, networking and digital solutions to businesses. Combines telecoms scale with a growing ICT services portfolio and structured graduate development.

R13,000–R75,000/month

Study & Train for Tech in Johannesburg

You don't always need a degree, but the right foundation helps. These local institutions and programmes feed the Johannesburg ICT talent pipeline — several offer funded learnerships:

University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) University of Johannesburg (UJ) WeThinkCode_ Rosebank College CodeSpace

How to Get an ICT Job in Johannesburg

1

Get a foundation certificate

You don't need a degree. Start with CompTIA A+ and N+ for support roles — many people get hired on these alone. Watch University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and MICT SETA for learnerships that pay you while you train.

2

Build proof of skill

For support, set up a home lab. For development, put projects on GitHub. A portfolio you can show beats a CV full of claims — especially in Johannesburg's competitive corporate market.

3

Target the right nodes

Focus your search on Sandton, Rosebank, Braamfontein, and don't ignore remote roles for larger metros.

4

Start with a foot in the door

If you're brand new, a service-desk or entry-level job gets you working while you certify. Browse live openings near you and apply via WhatsApp — no CV required.

Looking for entry-level work in Johannesburg right now?

Browse live job pages by suburb near you — apply via WhatsApp, no CV required.

Johannesburg Jobs by Suburb

ICT Jobs Near Johannesburg

Also worth searching nearby: Sandton, Midrand, Roodepoort, Soweto, Kempton Park.

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ICT Jobs in Johannesburg — Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get an ICT or IT job in Johannesburg with no experience?

In Johannesburg the most realistic entry points are IT support technician and service-desk (help desk) roles — many Gauteng employers hire on a Matric plus an A+/N+ certificate and train on the job. MICT SETA learnerships pay a stipend while you learn. Local training runs through University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and University of Johannesburg (UJ). Employers and sectors to watch include major banks & fintechs, Discovery, telecoms head offices.

What is the average IT salary in Johannesburg?

Entry-level IT support and help-desk roles in Johannesburg pay around R7,500–R14,000/month. Systems and network administrators earn R20,000–R40,000, junior developers start at R15,000–R25,000 and reach R55,000+ within a few years, and senior engineers and architects earn R60,000–R140,000+. Remote roles for Gauteng, Cape Town or overseas employers often pay above local rates.

Where are the ICT jobs concentrated in Johannesburg?

Johannesburg is South Africa's tech capital and by far its biggest ICT job market. From banking and fintech in Sandton to startups in Braamfontein and Rosebank, almost every major technology employer has a Joburg presence — it is the country's deepest market for developers, engineers and specialists. The main tech nodes to target are Sandton, Rosebank, Braamfontein, Midrand, Bryanston, Fourways.

Which employers hire ICT staff in or near Johannesburg?

Anchor employers and sectors include major banks & fintechs, Discovery, telecoms head offices, tech consultancies & startups, BCX, Datacentrix. When choosing where to apply, weigh up the training and certifications they fund, remote-work options and career progression.

Can I work in tech remotely from Johannesburg?

Yes — software development, support and many other ICT roles are increasingly remote, so from Johannesburg you can work for employers in Johannesburg, Cape Town or overseas. You'll need reliable fibre/LTE (10+ Mbps), a quiet workspace, your own computer and backup power for loadshedding. The widest range of roles and salaries in the country, but also the most competition. Networking (meetups, communities) genuinely helps in Joburg — many roles are filled through referrals.

What qualifications or certifications help me get hired in Johannesburg?

CompTIA A+ and N+ are the fastest route into support roles and need no degree. CCNA helps for networking, Security+ for cybersecurity and ITIL Foundation for service-desk work; for development, a portfolio of real projects (GitHub) often matters more than a qualification. Locally, University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), University of Johannesburg (UJ), WeThinkCode_ feed the Johannesburg talent pipeline.

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