Backend Python Engineer - FinTech (Hybrid Remote)

HolistiTech; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading FinTech company in Johannesburg seeks an Intermediate Software Engineer to build and maintain API-driven services in Python. This role requires 3-5 years of experience in software engineering and strong proficiency in backend technologies such as FastAPI, Django, or Flask. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, tackle real engineering challenges, and grow into a Senior Software Engineer under supportive mentorship. Exposure to Docker, CI/CD, and databases is essential.

Benefits

Strong mentorship

Flexible remote days

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years professional software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python 3.x.
• Hands-on experience building backend APIs/services using FastAPI, Django, or Flask.
• Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain API-driven services using Python.
• Contribute to modular microservices that support analytics.
• Participate in design discussions and propose improvements.
• Deploy containerised applications using Docker.

Skills

Python engineering strength

Ability to think critically

Learning agility

Independent work in a hybrid environment

Education

Degree or NQF Level 7 equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or similar

Tools

FastAPI

Django

Flask

Docker

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Job description

A leading FinTech company in Johannesburg seeks an Intermediate Software Engineer to build and maintain API-driven services in Python. This role requires 3-5 years of experience in software engineering and strong proficiency in backend technologies such as FastAPI, Django, or Flask. You will have the opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, tackle real engineering challenges, and grow into a Senior Software Engineer under supportive mentorship. Exposure to Docker, CI/CD, and databases is essential.