• Build, test, and maintain high-quality code that meets company standards.
• Deliver efficient, maintainable, well-documented code with a low defect rate.
• Ensure all code is fully tested at unit and integration levels, with defects reducing over time.
• Apply a solid understanding of Agile Software Development and Scrum processes from a software engineering perspective.
• Actively participate in Scrum ceremonies, team meetings, and technical discussions.
• Contribute to grooming, refinement, and PI Planning sessions.
• Write clear and concise user stories, tasks, and feedback on tickets.
• Produce thorough technical documentation.
• Identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities in codebases.
• Proactively manage technical debt, balancing short-term delivery with long-term maintainability.
• Assist with code reviews and provide guidance to junior team members.
• Offer support throughout the entire software lifecycle and act as an escalation point for application support engineers.
• Pursue certification and continuous upskilling in relevant tech stacks.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3+ years’ experience as a Software Engineer.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering (software-focused), or equivalent qualification.
• Proven experience with Python and the Django framework.
• Experience across frontend, backend, and database design and development.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices (GitHub or GitLab).
• Experience in fintech, payments, or transaction systems will be an advantage.

Technical Competencies:

• Python
• Django
• MySQL
• Vue
• Bootstrap
• HTML5
• JavaScript
• Nginx
• Docker
• Git
• Elasticsearch (or similar)

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For more information contact:
Reinie Du Preez
Senior Specialist Recruitment Consultant
E-mail: *****@*****.co.za