Remote Farm Management Software Developer

Placements24; Sol Plaatje Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Flexible hours

Professional development support

Competitive salary and bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Farm Management Software Developer to join a fully remote team. You will design and implement scalable farm management features, write clean code in Java, Python, or C#, and collaborate with product and engineering teams to build APIs for system integrations.

The role emphasizes cloud deployment (AWS/Azure), data modeling with SQL/NoSQL, and modern backend frameworks in a remote, collaborative environment. A strong software engineering foundation is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng or equivalent.
• Experience building business or management applications.
• Proficiency in at least one modern backend language and frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable software features for farm management systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and documented code in Java, Python, or C#.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements.
• Develop and maintain APIs for integration with hardware and software platforms.
• Perform code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high quality delivery.
• Stay updated on best practices in software development and agricultural tech.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

SQL

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng

Tools

SQL Databases

NoSQL Databases

REST APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Farm Management Software Developer to join their team, operating entirely remotely. This role is integral to building and enhancing sophisticated software solutions that empower farmers and agricultural businesses to manage their operations more effectively. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining robust applications that cover everything from crop planning and inventory management to financial tracking and compliance. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology's role in modern agriculture and possesses strong software engineering skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and reliable software features for farm management systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code in relevant programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#).
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements and user experience.
• Develop and maintain APIs for integrating with other agricultural hardware and software platforms.
• Perform code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology stack selections.
• Stay updated on best practices in software development and agricultural technology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Significant professional experience as a Software Developer , with a focus on developing business or management applications.
• Proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language and associated frameworks.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL, NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Understanding of cloud-based architectures and deployment (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems (Git).
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a remote, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment, offering flexibility and global reach.
• Opportunity to shape the future of agricultural technology through software innovation.
• Access to modern development tools and technologies.
• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development support.