Principal / Specialist Engineer: Application Software – C++ (Somerset West)

DataFin; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A technology and automation solutions provider is seeking a passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join its team. Responsibilities include designing and developing software for critical systems, with ownership of features from requirements to testing. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, with 5-10 years of experience, and proficiency in programming languages like C++ and Java. This role focuses on high-reliability applications in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5 - 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages.
• Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of application software for critical systems.
• Take ownership of features from requirements through implementation.
• Assist with production efforts related to application software.

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Bash

PowerShell

Agile methods

Git

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Jira

Subversion

Perforce

Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

A well-established technology and automation solutions provider is seeking a passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join its Application Software Team, where the successful candidate will be responsible for designing and developing software for user applications with a strong focus on highly reliable safety-critical and mission-critical systems, requiring a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng./BEng) and proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as C++ or Java.

DUTIES:

• Take a lead / specialist role in the development of application software, mainly for operator-facing, mission-critical software used in C2 and ISR systems;
• Take ownership of features from requirements through design, implementation, and testing for front-end and back-end development;
• Research and understand new domains and technologies sufficiently to understand user requirements and implement features;
• Assist with their production efforts related to application software;
• Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts;
• Implement their engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project; and
• Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng. / BEng).

Required Skills and Experience

• 5 - 10 years of relevant industry experience
• Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: C++, Java etc;
• Proficiency with one or more scripting languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell etc;
• Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns;
• Experience with collaboration using version control software such as Git, Subversion, or Perforce; and
• Experience working in a team using Agile methods and/or issue tracking software such as Jira.

Recommended Skills and Experience

• Modern C++ experience, especially C++11 and onwards;
• Markup languages and associated technologies including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON, YAML; and
• Master’s Degree in Computer Science (MSc) or Engineering (MSc Eng. / MEng).

ATTRIBUTES:

• Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly;
• Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects;
• Ability to work independently;
• Strong problem-solving skills; and
• High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).