Intermediate Python & Azure Engineer

Scrums.com; Remote; ZAR 819 000 - 1 148 000; Part time

Job summary

A leading software development company in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Python Developer to join their team. This fully remote role focuses on developing and maintaining Python applications and APIs, requiring 4+ years of professional experience and proficiency in Azure services. You will work collaboratively in an agile environment, contributing to AI-enabled features and implementing automation workflows. Join a dynamic team that champions innovation and employee growth.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional Python development experience.
• Experience with at least one Python web framework (FastAPI, Flask, or Django).
• Proficiency in Azure services and AI capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Python applications, APIs, and background services.
• Implement business logic, data processing, and automation workflows.
• Collaborate with architects and product managers in an agile environment.

Skills

Python (proficiency and common libraries)

Python web frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, or Django)

Azure (App Services, Functions, Storage, Containers)

REST APIs, authentication, secure coding

Git, CI/CD, DevOps basics

Relational/NoSQL databases

Azure AI services, Azure OpenAI, or machine learning APIs

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field

Job description

Our Story

At Scrums.com (formerly SovTech), we believe the future of software lies in the talent, innovation, and creativity found on the African continent. For over a decade, we have been pioneering world‑class software development for a global audience. We are the leading custom software development company from Africa that, like any great tech company, was founded in a garage. Scrums.com has now grown to more than 350 of the best AI‑powered software engineering experts, building world‑class platforms for growing businesses across four cities on three continents.

Accelerating business growth with expert tech talent

Trusted by 400+ companies, Scrums.com helps businesses scale with our cloud‑based engineering subscription platform, offering consistent, cost‑effective AI‑powered experts, teams, and reliable developer analytics.

Our Culture

Our culture is underpinned by 8 core values.

Earth’s leading software company from Africa‑ that’s where we’re going.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a dynamic, people‑first team that’s showcasing and advancing Africa’s tech landscape on the global scale. At Scrums.com, we celebrate your individuality, empower your decision‑making, and create meaningful experiences. Together, we’re driving innovation and building exceptional teams 🚀 Take a look at some of the highlights:

Embrace Our African Talent Footprint, Flexibility, and Autonomy 🌍

• At Scrums.com, we champion an empowered workplace where you shape the culture, influence decisions on tech stacks, and take charge of user testing—all while working from wherever you thrive best across our interconnected Guilds.
• Our distributed teams span South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe, and other parts of the continent, showcasing the diversity and brilliance of African talent.

The Scrums.com Vibes 💙

• Annual Foos‑Fest ⚽️ : Showcase your skills at our legendary Foosball Festival and take home quirky, sought‑after awards.
• AI‑Powered Hackathons 💻 : Collaborate with your team to create innovative, market‑ready products in just 24 hours—all while enjoying live music and family‑friendly fun.
• Year‑End Celebrations 🏞️ : Reflect and connect at our unforgettable year‑end events, a decade‑old tradition we continue to cherish.
• Popcorn Fridays, Dev Chats, and Braais🍿 : Bond with colleagues over insightful discussions and sizzling good vibes.
• Fluid Clubs🥾 : Join like‑minded peers in activities like hiking, running, and more to foster shared interests beyond work.
• Weekly All‑Hands 🙌 : Stay inspired and in the loop with our weekly All‑Hands sessions that bring us together as one team.
• Explore Week 🐘 : Our annual tradition encourages you to work from anywhere around the globe for one exciting week—freedom meets inspiration!

Scrums.com Rewards & Recognition 🎉

• Stacos (our company currency) : Reward and recognise your peers with Stacos and exchange them for cool vouchers to celebrate accomplishments big and small.
• Commission Incentives : Unlock attractive rewards for successful business development leads and employee referrals.

Continued Career Growth & Support 🔑

• Internal AI Platforms : We empower our teams with access to both closed and open source LLM’s that make work easier and empower your professional growth. We love AI!
• High‑Performance Culture : Stay aligned and on track with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and structured annual reviews.
• Personalised Mentorship : Receive dedicated guidance from leadership and the Talent SuccessTeam through one‑on‑one sessions and quarterly check‑ins tailored to your career aspirations.

Our teams are powered by AI—Transforming How We Work 🤖

• Our teams embrace cutting‑edge AI platforms, agents and tools, creating smarter workflows and accelerating career development with AI.
• OpenAI, Anthropic, Llama - we use them all so choose what suits you best!
• You don’t need your own licenses - we cover the costs and have our own internal AI platforms that gives you access to them all in a secure environment.

Outstanding Employee Benefits* ➕

• Discovery Medical Aid : Prioritizing your health with the best care.
• Half‑Day Birthday Leave : Celebrate your special day with an afternoon off!
• Family responsibility & Parental Benefits : Providing full support for a meaningful work‑life balance.

*Please note: Benefits may vary depending on employment type

Join us and be part of a dynamic, supportive team that’s making waves across Africa.

Location: Johannesburg

Contract Type: Independent Contractor Agreement

Engagement Length: 6 months

Years of Experience: 4+ years

Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Certifications: Advantageous

Work Model: Remote

Key Skills:

• Python (proficiency and common libraries)
• Python web frameworks (FastAPI, Flask, or Django)
• Azure (App Services, Functions, Storage, Containers)
• REST APIs, authentication, secure coding
• Git, CI/CD, DevOps basics
• Relational/NoSQL databases
• Azure AI services, Azure OpenAI, or machine learning APIs

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain Python applications, APIs, and background services
• Implement business logic, data processing, and automation workflows
• Build and consume RESTful APIs and integrate with Azure services
• Contribute to AI‑enabled features using pre‑built models and cloud AI services
• Develop solutions that run on Azure (App Services, Functions, Containers)
• Integrate with Azure services (Storage Accounts, Service Bus, Key Vault, Azure SQL/Cosmos DB)
• Assist with deployment and configuration using CI/CD pipelines
• Integrate Python applications with AI services (Azure OpenAI, Azure AI Services, ML APIs)
• Support data preparation, feature processing, and basic model inference workflows
• Work with structured and unstructured data (documents, JSON, text)
• Collaborate with architects, senior engineers, and product managers
• Participate in agile ceremonies (stand‑ups, planning, reviews, retrospectives)
• Contribute to backlog refinement, estimation, and technical discussions
• Write unit and integration tests
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve issues
• Follow security, performance, and coding standards

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 4 years of professional Python development experience
• Strong proficiency in Python and common libraries
• Experience with at least one Python web framework (FastAPI, Flask, or Django)
• Working knowledge of Azure (App Services, Functions, Storage, or Containers)
• Exposure to Azure AI services, Azure OpenAI, or machine learning APIs
• Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and basic DevOps practices
• Understanding of REST APIs, authentication, and secure coding practices
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, cross‑functional team