Sandton: Junior Software Developer (Python, Django, AWS, Kubernetes) Hybrid (JHB) posted by DataFin Recruitment

ENVIRONMENT:

Our client is focused on building more than just software; they are driving the next generation of banking technology by enabling financial institutions to launch innovative and compliant digital products faster and more reliably. They are currently seeking a Junior Developer to join their Technology team. The successful candidate will apply creative and structured problem-solving skills to develop solutions that align with business requirements. This role involves taking ownership of development tasks while ensuring that all code adheres to established quality control standards. The Junior Developer will collaborate closely with other team members to manage expectations, timelines, technical direction, and quality assurance throughout the development lifecycle.

DUTIES:

• Convert business and product requirements into well-structured Python/Django applications and supporting services.
• Develop, maintain, and improve backend systems that are deployed in cloud environments such as AWS or container platforms like Kubernetes – OpenShift/K3s.
• Ensure that the codebase, APIs, and data models remain coherent, scalable, and well-documented according to prescribed quality standards set by the Technical Architect.
• Collaborate closely with the Development Manager, Technical Architect, and other engineers to coordinate delivery timelines, technical direction, and release processes.
• Support the packaging and distribution of secure application deployments (including ISO images) for banking clients running Python workloads in regulated environments.
• Stay up to date with modern engineering practices, including code standards, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and cloud-native development methodologies.
• Continuously learn and upskill in technologies such as Docker, AWS services, Kubernetes, and infrastructure best practices as the company grows. Develop, and implement unit and scenario testing for the existing code base and for new functionality.
• As a key member of a small team in a FinTech environment, be willing to tackle problems and respond to client issues and demands as they arise and as directed by your manager. This may include rotational duties on production support.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 02 years of hands-on coding experience in Python (experience with Django preferred).
• Exposure to the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, testing, and deployment.
• Familiarity with cloud or container technologies such as AWS, Docker, Kubernetes is advantageous.
• Experience building CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and managing Kubernetes deployments using ArgoCD (GitOps-based workflows).
• Interest in building secure, scalable systems in regulated environments such as banking or financial services is a plus.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong analytical thinking and a passion for solving technical problems with clean, practical solutions.
• Leverages AI-assisted development tools responsibly and effectively to accelerate delivery, deepen understanding, and continuously improve code quality.
• A willingness to learn quickly and grow into modern backend development using Python and Django.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an agile engineering team, sharing ideas clearly and asking good questions.
• Comfort working in cloud-native environments, with curiosity about AWS, Docker, Kubernetes/OpenShift, and deployment automation.
• A strong sense of ownership delivering reliable, well-tested code that runs in production banking environments.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to building secure, maintainable systems where quality and confidentiality matter.
• A proactive mindset: you use the tools, documentation, and teammates around you to unblock yourself and continuously improve.