Development Engineer / Graduate - Application Software Developer - Somerset West

Recruiter:

JenRec Recruitment

Job Ref:

Date posted:

Thursday, February 6, 2025

Location:

somerset west, Western Cape, South Africa

Salary:

R570 000 - R620 000 ctc pa

SUMMARY:
We are seeking an exceptional and passionate Software Engineer / Developer to join our dynamic Application Software team. The ideal candidate will be part of a team that develops mission-critical, operator-facing software for Command and Control (C2) and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) systems.

POSITION INFO:

We specialize in creating highly reliable safety-critical systems, and we are looking for individuals who excel in delivering quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop application software primarily for operator-facing, mission-critical systems.
Take full ownership of features from requirement gathering to design, implementation, and testing for both front-end and back-end development.
Research and understand new domains and technologies to implement user requirements effectively.
Contribute to production efforts related to application software.
Play a major role in generating key project outputs including design, testing, documentation, and verification artefacts.
Implement engineering processes, plans, and policies for specific projects.
Provide support as required within the company.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor''s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering (BSc, BEng).
Required Skills and Experience:

Proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as C++, Java, etc.
Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.
Strong understanding of object-oriented design and software patterns.
Experience with version control systems (Git, Subversion, Perforce).
Experience working in a collaborative Agile environment and familiarity with tools like Jira.

Recommended Skills and Experience:

2-3 years of relevant industry or postgraduate experience is advantageous.
Experience with modern C++ (C++11 and onwards).
Familiarity with markup languages and associated technologies (XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, YAML).
A Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering is a plus.

Additional Skills:

Ability to learn quickly and absorb new information.
Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities for large projects.
Ability to work independently when required.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

We encourage highly motivated candidates with a Cum Laude qualification to apply.

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