Location: Melrose Arch, Johannesburg (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Financial Services | IT | SaaS

About the Role

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a high-growth technology company to recruit a skilled and motivated Software Developer. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate individual to work across the entire software development lifecycle in a fast-paced, agile, and innovation-driven environment.

You’ll collaborate with a talented team to build scalable web-based applications, develop impactful features, and maintain secure, high-performance systems used by companies to manage share incentive plans. If you are driven by solving problems and making technology work smarter, this role is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in all stages of the development lifecycle: feature design, implementation, testing, rollout, and production monitoring

• Solve technical challenges related to processing highly sensitive data

• Drive performance optimisation and leverage cutting-edge technologies

• Follow best practices for secure and scalable development

• Perform quality assurance checks and launch-ready testing

• Share knowledge, mentor team members, and contribute to an inclusive team environment

• Continuously think about new ways to improve the product and enhance user experience

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field (or equivalent proven experience)

• Experience developing in a web framework

• Strong understanding of relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL

• Passion for technology and clean, maintainable code

• Excellent problem-solving skills and a team-oriented mindset

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python and Django

• Exposure to numerical libraries such as NumPy or Pandas

• Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS

• Experience with Git and version control tools

• Knowledge of LaTeX, cybersecurity, or financial sector applications

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful software that supports global financial systems

• Exposure to a broad tech stack and innovative problem-solving

• Access to educational programs and conferences

• A fast-paced, learning-driven environment within a global technology group

• Close-knit, agile team structure with career growth opportunities

Company Culture

The culture values excellence, innovation, and rapid growth. You’ll work in a collaborative environment with world-class infrastructure and supportive teammates. ShareForce champions work-life balance and nurtures talented individuals who are passionate, driven, and want to grow quickly in a high-impact role.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.