Intermediate Software Developer

Salt Digital Recruitment; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 237,000 - 321,000; Part time

Job summary

Salt Digital Recruitment in Midrand, Johannesburg, Hybrid, invites an Intermediate Software Developer to join a telecommunications-focused environment on a short-term contract starting 1 October 2026. You should have 3–5 years in backend development with Java, Golang or Python, be familiar with RESTful APIs, microservices, and SQL databases; Kubernetes, Docker and cloud exposure are a plus.

The role covers full SDLC, API integrations, and secure coding practices, with potential for extension or

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of commercial software development experience.
• Experience in backend development and API integrations.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and data security practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain robust software components.
• Participate in full SDLC from requirements to support.
• Develop APIs and system integrations; build microservices.

Skills

Backend development

REST APIs

Microservices

Java

Golang

Python

SQL/MySQL

Git

Security

Education

Computer Science / Software Engineering (advantageous)

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Jenkins / CI/CD

Job description

Intermediate Software Developer – Telecommunications
Location: Midrand, Johannesburg
Working Model: Hybrid
Engagement: Short-term contract
Start Date: 1 October 2026
Future Opportunity: Potential for extension and/or permanent placement
Remuneration: R25,000 fixed monthly

Role Overview

We are looking for an Intermediate Software Developer to join a telecommunications-focused environment, supporting the development, enhancement and secure delivery of customised software solutions. The role will suit a hands‑on developer with approximately 3-5 years’ experience who is comfortable working across backend development, APIs, integrations and microservices. Previous exposure to telecommunications, VAS or messaging environments would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain robust, scalable and secure software components.
• Participate across the full SDLC, including requirements, design, development, testing, deployment and support.
• Develop and maintain customised modules, APIs and system integrations.
• Build and support RESTful APIs, SOAP services and microservices-based solutions.
• Investigate and resolve bugs and production issues, including root cause analysis.
• Conduct and participate in code reviews.
• Apply secure software development practices, including authentication, authorisation and data protection.
• Monitor and optimise application performance, availability and scalability.
• Maintain clear technical and system documentation.
• Work closely with technical leads, project teams and other cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Support third‑party and vendor integrations where required.
• Contribute to Agile/Scrum ceremonies and delivery estimations.
• Support the integration of AI capabilities and emerging technologies where applicable.

Essential Technical Requirements

• Approximately 3-5 years of commercial software development experience.
• Strong development experience in at least one of: Java
• Golang / Go
• Python Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and integration patterns.
• Experience with SQL / relational databases, ideally MySQL.
• Experience using Git or equivalent version-control tools.
• Understanding of secure coding principles, including: Authentication
• Authorisation
• Data security / encryption
• Experience supporting customer-facing or production software environments.
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle.

Highly Advantageous

• Experience within telecommunications or telecom operators, particularly exposure to: VAS / Value Added Services
• Messaging platforms
• SMS / USSD
• SS7
• SIP
• Telecom integrations and platforms
• Additional exposure to the following would also be beneficial: Docker
• Kubernetes
• Jenkins / CI/CD
• AWS, Azure or GCP
• Prometheus
• Grafana
• Kafka / asynchronous messaging
• AI/ML tools or platforms
• Agile / Scrum delivery environments

Qualifications

• A relevant qualification in one of the following would be advantageous: Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Information Technology
• Related technical discipline

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

• Technically strong and hands‑on
• Analytical and solutions focused
• Comfortable troubleshooting production issues
• Able to work within a fast‑paced delivery environment
• Proactive and accountable
• Strong in communication and collaboration
• Customer focused
• Interested in developing their knowledge across telecoms, cloud and emerging technologies

The strongest fit would be an Intermediate backend/software developer with Java, Golang or Python experience, strong API/microservices capability and exposure to telecoms, VAS or messaging environments.