Intermediate Python Develper

Sabenza IT & Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail technology company in Johannesburg is seeking an Intermediate Python Developer. You will lead a software development team, optimize ETL pipelines, and design integrations with third-party platforms. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience, advanced skills in Python and PHP, and a background in retail. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of retail technology while ensuring project alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and PHP with experience in RESTful APIs.
• Strong experience in Linux environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the in-house software development team.
• Rewrite and optimize existing ETL pipelines using Python.
• Design and develop integrations with third-party software platforms.

Skills

Python

PHP

RESTful APIs

FastAPI

Django

Linux

PostgreSQL

MySQL

ETL design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Science or Computer Science

Tools

mypy

C#

Perl

Job description

Join a Leading Retail Innovator as an Intermediate Python Developer!

Are you a passionate Python developer looking to make a real impact in the retail space? Our client, a forward-thinking retail company, is seeking an Intermediate Python Developer to drive the evolution of their software systems and enhance business functionality. This is your opportunity to work on exciting projects, lead initiatives, and shape the future of retail technology.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and manage the in-house software development team, mentoring and coordinating team efforts.
• Rewrite and optimize existing ETL pipelines using Python.
• Drive the migration from legacy custom systems to modern low-code environments.
• Design and develop integrations with third-party software platforms.
• Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation and process manuals.
• Develop and support in-house applications, databases, and APIs to enhance business functionality.
• Ensure that development projects align with business goals and compliance standards.
• Perform testing, debugging, deployment, and maintenance of new and existing solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to uphold development standards and best practices.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• A Bachelor’s degree (3-year) in Information Science, Computer Science, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Python, PHP, Database Management, Microsoft technologies) are an advantage.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Proven experience working in retail or related fast-paced industries is highly desirable.
• Advanced proficiency in Python (3+ years), PHP (3+ years), RESTful APIs (3+ years), FastAPI or Django frameworks (3+ years).
• Experience with static type checking tools (e.g., mypy) or strongly typed languages (e.g., Rust, C#, etc.).
• Familiarity with C# and/or Perl is an advantage.
• Strong experience in Linux environments.
• Expertise in relational database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).
• Solid understanding of ETL design and development.