South Africa: Junior Software Engineer – Python) – Remote – up to R500k Per Annum posted by E-Merge

Join a team of expert developers working within a dynamic environment focused on cutting-edge software solutions. This is a unique opportunity to kick-start your engineering career while building and deploying real-world, production-grade applications across a variety of industries – from FMCG and Telecommunications to Healthcare and Finance. We’re looking for a Junior Software Engineer who’s passionate about building high-quality software and eager to grow within a team of experienced developers and technical leads.

Why This Role is Exciting:

• Develop software used in multiple industries, including Telecommunications, FMCG, Healthcare, and Finance.
• Contribute to the productization of advanced analytics, data science, and machine learning solutions.
• Work with a high-calibre team of developers and SaaS product veterans.
• Build truly useful applications using modern tools, including LLMs and low-code platforms.

What You’ll Get Exposure To:

• Architecture design and engineering concepts on Azure and AWS at an enterprise scale.
• Solving complex problems in data science, machine learning, and business intelligence.
• Modern development stack: Python, React (JSX), Rust, CI/CD, and DevOps pipelines.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree: BSc/BEng/BTech (or equivalent) with a strong programming and mathematical background

  OR

  Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional software development experience

• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency in Python (OOP) or other OOP languages (Rust, C#, Java, Kotlin)
  • Working knowledge of JavaScript (TypeScript a plus)
  • Familiarity with HTML/CSS, Git, and Test-Driven Development

The Reference Number for this position is PM59721 which is a Permanent Hybrid position based in Centurion offering a cost to company of up to R600k Per Annum negotiable on experience and ability. Contact Phindile at *****@*****.co.za or call her at (***)***-**** to discuss this and other opportunities.

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