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Principal / Specialist Engineer: Application Software (Somerset West)

Datafin

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Somerset West
  • Posted 15 Sep 2025 by Datafin
  • Expires in 28 days
  • Job 2622316 - Ref 26604
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About the position

ENVIRONMENT:

A well-established technology and automation solutions provider is seeking a passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join its Application Software Team, where the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing software for user applications with a strong focus on highly reliable safety-critical and mission-critical systems, requiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng./BEng) and proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as C++ or Java.

DUTIES

  • Take a lead / specialist role in the development of application software, mainly for operator-facing, mission-critical software used in C2 and ISR systems;
  • Take ownership of features from requirements through design, implementation, and testing for
  • front-end and back-end development;
  • Research and understand new domains and technologies sufficiently to understand user requirements and implement features;
  • Assist with their production efforts related to application software;
  • Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts;
  • Implement their engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project; and
  • Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.            

REQUIREMENTS:

  Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng. / BEng).

Required Skills and Experience

  • 5 - 10 years of relevant industry experience
  • Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: C++,Java etc;
  • Proficiency with one or more scripting languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell etc;
  • Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns;
  • Experience with collaboration using version control software such as Git, Subversion, or Perforce; and
  • Experience working in a team using Agile methods and/or issue tracking software such as Jira.

Recommended Skills and Experience

  • Modern C++ experience, especially C++11 and onwards;
  • Markup languages and associated technologies including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, YAML; and
  • Master’s Degree in Computer Science (MSc) or Engineering (MSc Eng. / MEng).

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; and
  • High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).

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.

COMMENTS:

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Desired Skills:

  • Principal
  • Specialist
  • Engineer

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Datafin

About the agency

Datafin Recruitment was established in 1999 and is one of South Africa’s leading Recruitment companies. Owned and managed by two sisters Lindy and Bev Sollinger, we focus on connecting with both our clients and candidates in an authentic conscious meaningful manner. We focus on the Tech, Digital/Online, Data, Finance and HR industries.

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