Job Description
About the Role
Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Back-End Software Engineer to join their Cash Devices team on a permanent basis. This role focuses on the development, integration, and support of custom ATM solutions, forming a critical part of the software platform that supports the ATM estate.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain custom applications and interfaces using the Postilion SDK
- Build and support Cash Devices applications and device integration solutions (ATM, POS, etc.)
- Customise and extend Postilion functionality to meet business and operational requirements
- Develop and maintain SDK-based integrations using Java
- Provide technical support, troubleshooting, and issue resolution for Postilion-related systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, infrastructure, and business analysts
- Support patching, upgrades, and lifecycle management of ATM software platforms
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years experience in a Postilion systems role including exposure to: Postilion Realtime, PostCard, Postilion Office ATM Application environments
- Minimum 5 years current experience with either: Postilion SDK or Java development in integration-heavy environments
- Strong understanding of: ISO 8583 messaging and ATM transaction flows
- Experience with ATM device protocols (e.g. Diebold 912, NCR NDC)
- Experience working with modern source control systems (Git / GitHub), including branching, merge requests, and code reviews
- Scripting experience (preferably PowerShell or Python)
- Solid database knowledge; SQL Server experience preferred
Qualifications
- Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational Education (Ideal or Preferred)
- A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology (Preferred)
Salary & Benefits
- Salary details not specified
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