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NDC Personnel; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and performance bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Home office stipend

Flexible working hours

Unlimited PTO

Learning & development support

Job summary

NDC Personnel is seeking a Senior Telecoms Software Developer for a remote-first role. Design, develop, and maintain scalable telecom software powering next-generation platforms, collaborating with a global team from anywhere.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in telecom software, proficiency in Java/C++/Python, SIP/RTP/Diameter knowledge, and experience with Docker/Kubernetes and cloud-native microservices. Join a dynamic, flexible environment and shape the future of telecom software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on telecommunications systems.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, or Python with relevant frameworks.
• Experience with telecommunications protocols (SIP, RTP, SS7, Diameter).
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, microservices and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms and design patterns.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust software solutions for telecommunications platforms.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code in Java, C++, or Python.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and engineers to define requirements and designs.
• Develop APIs and microservices for telecom functions.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure quality and performance.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve defects and performance issues.
• Optimize performance and scalability for large-scale deployments.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and automated testing and deployment.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team.

Skills

Java

C++

Python

Data structures

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Senior Telecoms Software Developer (Remote)

About the Role Our client, a pioneering telecommunications company, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Telecoms Software Developer to join their innovative, remote-first development team. This role is central to designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated software solutions that power our next-generation telecommunications platforms. You will be instrumental in building scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications that enhance our service offerings and customer experience. The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of software development principles, coupled with specific expertise in telecommunications protocols and systems. This is a remote position, allowing you to contribute your talents from anywhere while collaborating with a global team of experts. We are looking for a proactive individual with a passion for coding, a keen eye for detail, and a strong drive to deliver exceptional software products. You will tackle complex technical challenges and play a key role in shaping the future of our software architecture. Your contributions will directly impact the efficiency and capabilities of our telecommunications infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in a flexible, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust software solutions for telecommunications platforms.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code in relevant programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python).
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other engineers to define software requirements and technical designs.
• Develop and implement APIs and microservices for various telecommunications functions.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and performance issues.
• Optimize application performance and scalability for large-scale deployments.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Stay current with emerging software development trends and technologies in the telecommunications domain.
• Mentor junior developers and share technical knowledge within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor\'s or Master\'s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on telecommunications systems.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Java, C++, Python) and associated frameworks.
• Experience with telecommunications protocols and technologies (e.g., SIP, RTP, SS7, Diameter).
• Familiarity with cloud-native architectures, microservices, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL/NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in distributed teams.
• Knowledge of network programming and operating systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Generous home office stipend and technology allowance.
• Flexible working hours and unlimited PTO.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects in the telecommunications space.
• Continuous learning and professional development support.
• Collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
• Access to cutting-edge development tools and platforms.