Cross-Stack Software Engineer (Fintech, Hybrid, ESOP)

Black Pen Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative solar startup in Cape Town seeks a full-time software developer. The role requires expertise in JavaScript and Python, and offers an environment that values user empathy and ownership of business outcomes. You'll work with a dynamic team to develop cloud services in AWS and foster a collaborative culture while being supported in your professional growth. The position offers exciting travel, a hybrid work model, and unlimited paid time off.

Benefits

Great offices at the V&A Waterfront

Opportunity to participate in ESOP within your first year

Exciting travel to operating countries

Hybrid flexibility

Annual team retreats

Unlimited paid time off

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in software development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, or similar.
• Familiarity with at least one backend framework such as FastAPI.

Responsibilities

• Develop cloud services in AWS with Terraform and Python.
• Own business outcomes and work beyond coding.
• Understand the needs of customers and users with empathy.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

Test-driven development

AWS

Database management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

An innovative solar startup in Cape Town seeks a full-time software developer. The role requires expertise in JavaScript and Python, and offers an environment that values user empathy and ownership of business outcomes. You'll work with a dynamic team to develop cloud services in AWS and foster a collaborative culture while being supported in your professional growth. The position offers exciting travel, a hybrid work model, and unlimited paid time off.