Development Engineer - Application Software / Software Developer

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

QXXY5W7Y

Date posted:

Friday, February 7, 2025

Location:

CapeTown, South Africa

Salary:

570,000 ZAR - 620,000 ZAR

SUMMARY:
My client a market leader in certification-ready Automation, Simulation, Communication and Ground Control Solutions for manned, unmanned and optionally piloted ISR and cargo transport aircraft systems is looking for an exceptional and passionate Software Engineer / Developer to join their dynamic Application Software team

POSITION INFO:

Successful candidates will form part of an application software development team developing software for user applications.

The client performs formal software development for highly reliable safety-critical and mission-critical systems.

Applications should comprise cover letter, CV (including 2 to 3 references), proof of tertiary qualifications and tertiary academic transcript.

1. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Includes the following, but is not limited to:
1.1. Development of application software, mainly for operator-facing, mission-critical software used in C2 and ISR systems;
1.2. Take ownership of features from requirements through design, implementation, and testing for front-end and back-end development;
1.3. Research and understand new domains and technologies sufficiently to understand user requirements and implement features;
1.4. Assist with the client''s production efforts as it relates to application software;
1.5. Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts;
1.6. Implement the client''s engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project; and
1.7. Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.

2. REQUIREMENTS
2.1. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng. / BEng).

2.2. Required Skills and Experience
2.2.1. Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: C++,Java etc;
2.2.2. Proficiency with one or more scripting languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell etc;
2.2.3. Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns;
2.2.4. Experience with collaboration using version control software such as Git, Subversion, or Perforce; and
2.2.5. Experience working in a team using Agile methods and/or issue tracking software such as Jira.

2.3. Recommended Skills and Experience
2.3.1. 2-3 years of relevant industry or postgraduate experience advantageous;
2.3.2. Modern C++ experience, especially C++11 and onwards;
2.3.3. Markup languages and associated technologies including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, YAML; and
2.3.4. Masters Degree in Computer Science (MSc) or Engineering (MSc Eng. / MEng).

2.4. General skills
2.4.1. Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly;
2.4.2.Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects;
2.4.3. Ability to work independently;
2.4.4.Strong problem-solving skills; and
2.4.5. High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).

Documents required with Application

Certified Copy of ID card - certified within last 90 days
Certified Copy of Drivers Lic - certified within last 90 days
Copy of matric certificate
Copy of ALL trade papers
Copy of all other tertiary qualifications
Contactable references

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