Remote Aviation Software Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Flexible hours

Health insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Aviation Software Developer to join a globally distributed engineering team. You will design, develop and implement software solutions for aviation, including flight planning and air traffic management.

Work is fully remote from anywhere with flexible hours. You will collaborate with aviation experts and developers to deliver robust APIs, backend services and scalable systems, leveraging modern languages and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Software Developer with a strong portfolio of delivered projects.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, or C#.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and deploy software applications for aviation-specific systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define software requirements and specifications.
• Develop and maintain APIs and backend services using modern languages and frameworks.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high code quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve defects in production environments.

Skills

Software development

Programming languages

Cloud platforms

Agile/CI-CD

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL/NoSQL

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and motivated Remote Aviation Software Developer to join their globally distributed engineering team. This role focuses on designing, developing, and implementing innovative software solutions for the aviation industry, impacting areas such as flight planning, air traffic management, and operational efficiency. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including aviation experts and other developers, to deliver high-quality, robust software products. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and deploy software applications for aviation-specific systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define software requirements and functional specifications.
• Develop and maintain APIs and backend services using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to maintaining high code quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Software Developer , with a strong portfolio of delivered projects.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, or C#.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL/NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with software development best practices, including Agile methodologies and CI/CD.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote work environment, with a keen interest in the aviation sector.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and working on impactful aviation technology.