Job Description

Stellenbosch, Technopark - A leader in mission-critical industrial data acquisition and communication systems to Utility Companies and the Renewable Energy industry is seeking to employ a Software Engineer who thrives in collaborative, agile environments to join their team.Key Functions and Performance Areas Include:

• Develop and maintain scalable full stack applications that support both internal and external business processes.
• Work within a DevOps culture, advocating for automation and monitoring at all steps of software construction, from integration, testing, releasing to deployment, and infrastructure management
• Collaborate closely with operational teams to ensure developed solutions meet practical business needs and are deployed effectively
• Participate in ongoing design, implementation, and maintenance of systems across functional teams
• Continuously improve software engineering practices, encouraging innovation and refactoring
• Actively participate in troubleshooting, debugging, and updating current live systems.

Technical Competencies and Experience required:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in a similar role and environment
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, or related fields
• Solid experience in both front-end and back-end development, including strong proficiency in JavaScript and modern frameworks (e.g., Angular, React, Node.js)
• Additional programming experience in C#, Java, or Python.
• Demonstrable understanding and working experience with HTML5 and CSS3 to create sophisticated, modern web interfaces.
• Demonstrable grasp of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) concepts and SOLID principles, with a proven ability to design highly scalable and maintainable code.
• Experienced with both SQL and NoSQL databases, and proficient in integrating with various web servers
• Solid understanding of web application architecture and RESTful API design principles
• Practical experience with Redis/ElastiCache for effective caching solutions and Apache Kafka for real-time data feeds and event streaming
• Knowledgeable in automated testing and proficient with continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) tools
• Strong understanding of cloud services and infrastructure as code principles
• Proficient with Docker for containerisation and Kubernetes for orchestrating containerised applications, enhancing scalability and deployment efficiency.

Desirable additional skills and experience include:

• Experience in managing full lifecycle of a product from development to deployment and operations
• Knowledge and experience in industrial IoT data collection and analytical systems including machine learning
• Background in data collection systems for the utilities or renewables industries
• Familiarity with wide area networks and satellite or cellular communication technologies
• A visual thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving ability
• Self-driven and highly self-motivated, with a sense of pride in your work
• A passion for technology and staying abreast of new developments
• Customer-focused approach
• Open, honest, and respectful demeanour

Company culture and benefits:

• At our company, you'll become part of a dynamic team that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technology with operational know-how to produce outstanding systems
• Thrive in a DevOps-oriented environment that supports your professional growth and encourages learning new technologies
• Access to continuous learning opportunities, including conferences, workshops, and online courses to foster your personal and professional development
• Competitive compensation, profit-sharing opportunities, and flexible working hours
• Enjoy a vibrant company culture that values the contribution of each team member.

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