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
Bachelor’s 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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