Principal Software Development Engineer

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development & training

Durban office

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer to lead design, development and implementation of complex software systems. You will mentor engineers, shape architecture and drive best practices in a fast-paced telecoms environment.

You will deliver scalable microservices, collaborate with product teams, and champion modern development methodologies including Agile, TDD and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proven experience leading complex software projects and mentoring engineering teams.
• Expertise in one or more major programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++, Go, C#).
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles.
• Experience designing and developing distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and ORM frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design and development of software applications, from conception to deployment.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Go.
• Architect and implement scalable and resilient microservices-based solutions.
• Drive the adoption of modern software development practices, including Agile methodologies, TDD, and CI/CD.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level software engineers, fostering their technical growth.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to define software requirements and ensure timely delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and performance issues.
• Contribute to the strategic technical direction of the engineering team.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve development efficiency and product quality.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Java

Python

C++

Go

C#

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

SQL

NoSQL

ORM frameworks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in the telecommunications sector, is seeking a Principal Software Development Engineer to join their innovative team in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. This senior role is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of complex software systems and applications that drive our core business operations. The ideal candidate will possess a deep technical expertise across multiple programming languages and a proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable, and maintainable software solutions. You will mentor junior engineers, influence architectural decisions, and champion best practices in software development. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to contribute to the technological advancement of a prominent company in Durban.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end design and development of software applications, from conception to deployment.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Go.
• Architect and implement scalable and resilient microservices-based solutions.
• Drive the adoption of modern software development practices, including Agile methodologies, TDD, and CI/CD.
• Mentor and coach junior and mid-level software engineers, fostering their technical growth.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality and adherence to standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to define software requirements and ensure timely delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and performance issues.
• Contribute to the strategic technical direction of the engineering team.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve development efficiency and product quality.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proven experience in leading complex software projects and mentoring engineering teams.
• Expertise in one or more major programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C++, Go, C#).
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design principles.
• Experience designing and developing distributed systems and microservices architectures.
• Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and ORM frameworks.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes robust medical aid, provident fund contributions, performance-based bonuses, and extensive opportunities for professional development and training. Employees will be part of a stimulating and collaborative work environment in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, with opportunities for career advancement and exposure to cutting-edge technologies within the telecommunications industry.