Software Engineer

Kurtosys Systems Inc.; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 60 000 - 100 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that provides a sophisticated platform for asset and wealth managers. As a full-stack engineer, you'll design and develop solutions for a modern SaaS platform hosted on AWS. This role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with talented teams, and contribute to innovative solutions. Embrace a culture of continuous learning and creativity while solving complex challenges in a dynamic environment. If you're passionate about building scalable software and enhancing user experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid Working

Open Culture

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Wellbeing Program

Generous Leave Policy

Ongoing Staff Appreciation Events

Access to Learning Platforms

Collaborate with global experts

Qualifications

• Experience in full-stack development with a focus on high-quality software.
• Ability to work independently and drive tasks forward.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement product enhancements and optimize features.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver quality outcomes.

Skills

Full-Stack Development

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Adaptability

Client-Centric Approach

Tools

TypeScript

NodeJS

React

AWS

Docker

PHP

Java

.NET

Job description

ABOUT US : Kurtosys provides a state-of-the-art platform for asset and wealth managers to generate and distribute sophisticated sales, marketing, and client reporting materials.

Founded in , Kurtosys operates from four global offices and holds ISO- certification for top-tier information security management.

Our team leverages advanced data processing, cutting-edge information design, and robust compliance frameworks at scale, creating exciting opportunities for engineers to work with the latest technologies and solve complex challenges.

THE OPPORTUNITY :

Join our Software Engineering team within the Technology Department at Kurtosys.

As a member of this team, you will play a role in designing, developing, and delivering solutions that power our modern SaaS platform fully hosted on the AWS cloud.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-impact projects, contribute to our strategic roadmap, and shape the future of our product.

You'll collaborate with talented engineers, product managers, and designers in an agile environment that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and creativity.

If you're passionate about solving complex problems and building scalable, high-quality software, we invite you to be part of our journey.

We are looking for skilled full-stack engineers who are comfortable working on solutions end-to-end, including designing and implementing robust back-end services and creating intuitive front-end interfaces.

Candidates should be adept at navigating the entire development lifecycle, taking ownership of features from concept to deployment, and ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with our high standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Your role will involve identifying and implementing product enhancements, optimising features, and addressing technical challenges to ensure our platform remains robust, scalable, and user-centric.

Work closely within a cross-functional team to deliver quality outcomes, balancing technical innovation with practical solutions to meet business needs.

Focus on developing and improving critical functionalities, resolving high-priority issues, and contributing to continuous process improvements.

Your work will directly impact our global client base and the evolution of our platform.

Operating in an agile environment, bring a proactive problem-solving approach, a commitment to engineering excellence, and a collaborative spirit.

This is an opportunity to work with cloud-native technologies, take ownership of meaningful projects, and grow your expertise in a supportive team.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR :

• Full-Stack Expertise : Comfortable working across the entire stack, from front-end UI to back-end services and data layers.
• End-to-End Ownership : Pride in seeing features through from concept to deployment, ensuring high quality and usability.
• Adaptability : Willingness to learn and work with various technologies and frameworks.
• Independence and Proactivity : Ability to work independently, identify solutions, and drive tasks forward.
• Collaboration : Strong communication skills, thriving in cross-functional teams.
• Commitment to Excellence : Passion for delivering high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software.
• Creativity : Approach challenges with curiosity and practical solutions.
• Client-Centric Perspective : Focus on delivering value and enhancing user experience.
• AI-Driven Development : Willing to embrace AI tools for code generation, testing, and problem-solving.

This role suits engineers who enjoy dynamic environments, solving complex challenges, and growing professionally.

TECH STACK :

Our tech stack includes, but is not limited to:

• TypeScript
• NodeJS
• React
• AWS
• Cloudflare CDN (Performance & Security)
• Containerisation with Docker & AWS ECS
• Serverless Computing (AWS Lambda & Cloudflare Workers)
• SingleStore & RDS MySQL
• PHP, Java, .NET

Experience with all is not mandatory; a willingness to learn and adapt is key.

BENEFITS :

• Hybrid Working
• Open Culture
• Flexible Work Hours
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• Generous Leave Policy
• Ongoing Staff Appreciation Events
• Access to Learning Platforms
• Collaborate with global experts

Get in touch to learn more.