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Somerset West: Software Engineer (Python and C++) Somerset West posted by Datafin

Somerset West: Software Engineer (Python and C++) Somerset West posted by Datafin

Company
Datafin

Location
Western Cape

Job Type
Other IT/Computer

Job Description

Software Engineer (Python and C++) – Somerset WestEngineering/Technical
Somerset West – Western Cape – South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:
An innovative automation company is seeking a highly skilled and passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join their Software Tools team. The successful candidate will be part of a collaborative software development team responsible for creating applications that support safety-critical and mission-critical systems, with a focus on delivering reliable, high-quality solutions. Applicants should hold a Bachelors Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng./BEng) and demonstrate proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as Python, C++, or Java.
DUTIES:
  • Design, develop, and maintain software including software for payload control, payloads emulators, relay applications, mission logic, etc.
  • Manage and optimise Docker environments for mission system appliances.
  • Enhance software productivity by maintaining CI pipelines, integrated development platforms (IDPs), and build systems.
  • Develop and support other general software productivity tools.
  • Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts.
  • Implement Company engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project; and
  • Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng. / BEng).
Required Skills and Experience:
  • Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: Python, C++, Java etc.
Recommended Skills and Experience:
  • Possesses practical experience with modern Python (3.10+), including developing distributable applications and packaging Python projects for reuse and deployment.
  • Strong knowledge of the Python Standard Library and common third-party libraries such as lxml, numpy, and argparse.
  • Familiarity with markup languages and related technologies, including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, and YAML.
  • Proficiency with containerisation technologies such as Docker.
  • Solid understanding of the Linux operating system, particularly distributions like Debian and Ubuntu.
  • Competence in one or more scripting languages, such as Bash, Batch, or PowerShell.
  • Hands-on experience with version control systems, including Git, Subversion, or Perforce
  • Experience working within Agile teams and/or using issue tracking tools like Jira; and 23 years of relevant industry or postgraduate experience would be advantageous.
ATTRIBUTES:
  • Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Strong problem-solving skills.
  • High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).
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