Intermediate Software Developer

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning and development support

Collaborative team culture

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A fast-growing technology firm is seeking an Intermediate Software Developer to contribute to the full software development lifecycle including design, development, and deployment of web-based applications. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience, preferably with relational databases like PostgreSQL and modern web frameworks. You will join a collaborative and agile team focused on building impactful solutions in financial services. The role offers opportunities for learning and clear paths for career growth.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of software development experience, ideally in a web-based environment.
• Experience with a modern web framework.
• Strong understanding of relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Build and enhance scalable web-based applications and features.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges, especially around secure and sensitive data.

Skills

Software development

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related

Tools

PostgreSQL

Git

Python

Django

Job description

Location: Hybrid (Melrose Arch, Johannesburg)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Financial Services | IT | SaaS

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a fast-growing technology business to recruit a capable and motivated Intermediate Software Developer. This role is ideal for someone with a solid development foundation who is ready to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to meaningful, real-world systems. You’ll join a collaborative team building scalable web applications that support complex financial processes in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

About the Role

As an Intermediate Software Developer, you’ll contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from feature design and coding through to testing, deployment, and production support. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers, take ownership of features, and continue growing your skills in a supportive, agile environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment
• Build and enhance scalable web-based applications and features
• Troubleshoot technical challenges, especially around secure and sensitive data
• Improve system performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Apply clean coding and secure development best practices
• Participate in QA, testing, and production support
• Collaborate with team members to improve systems and user experience

What You’ll Bring

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 2–5 years of software development experience, ideally in a web-based environment
• Experience with a modern web framework
• Strong understanding of relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL
• Good coding practices with a focus on performance and maintainability
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in an agile, collaborative team
• Growth mindset and willingness to learn new technologies

Nice to Have

• Experience with Python and Django
• Exposure to NumPy or Pandas
• Familiarity with HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
• Experience using Git or similar version control tools
• Interest or exposure to cybersecurity or financial systems

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to work on impactful software used in global financial environments
• Exposure to a modern tech stack and meaningful technical challenges
• Learning and development support, including courses and conferences
• Collaborative team culture where contributions are recognised
• Clear opportunities for career growth and development

Company Culture

You’ll join a team that values curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement. The environment is collaborative, fast-moving, and quality-focused, with a strong emphasis on learning, initiative, and building confident, well-rounded developers.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.