Software Developer (Python, Django) (JHB)

About the position

ENVIRONMENT:

A cutting-edge FinTech company has an exciting position for a go-getter & highly driven Software Developer to join its Joburg team. Your core role will be to participate in every stage of the development lifecycle, including feature conception, design, implementation, testing, rollout and making everything run smoothly and safely in production. You will also perform Quality Assurance checks and testing before launching to the live site. You will need a Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT or similar field with experience working with relational databases - preferably PostgreSQL.

DUTIES:

• Participate in every stage of the development lifecycle, including feature conception, design, implementation, testing, rollout and making everything run smoothly and safely in production.
• Business mindset and are continuously thinking about new ways how to improve operations through effective and strategic development.
• Follow and improve practices at every stage of development.
• Tackle the challenges that come with processing highly sensitive data.
• Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve applications and optimize performance.
• Participate in conferences and educational programs.
• Ability to exchange knowledge and willingness to mentor team members in best practices, code quality and tech frameworks.
• Perform Quality Assurance checks and testing before launching to the live site.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong academic background with a Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT or relevant discipline (unless a proven record of skills).
• A passionate Software Developer with experience developing in a web framework.
• Experience working with relational databases (preferably PostgreSQL).

Advantageous –

• Python / Django
• Numerical libraries such as Numpy/Pandas
• Front end Web technologies such as HTML, JavaScript &CSS
• Version Control software such as Git
• LaTex
• Expertise in Cybersecurity
• Financial sector experience

ATTRIBUTES:

• Great problem solver who takes pride in their work.
• A people person who is trustworthy and motivated.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

Desired Skills:

• Software
• Developer
• Python