Remote Mining Software Developer

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Global impact

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Mining Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain software for global mining operations. This fully remote role focuses on data management, visualization, and optimization of extractive processes from a home office.

Candidates should have 6+ years of software development, with at least 2 years in mining or natural resources, and proficiency in Python, C#, Java, or C++. Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP) and Git are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in mining or natural resources applications.
• Proficiency in Python, C#, Java, or C++.
• Experience with database development (SQL and NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and deploy software applications for mining functions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate into technical specs.
• Develop and maintain APIs and integrations with mining software systems.
• Optimize software performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and establish coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.

Skills

Python

C#

Java

C++

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Git

SQL

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role Our client is seeking a skilled Remote Mining Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions for their global operations. This fully remote position allows you to contribute to critical projects from anywhere, focusing on enhancing operational efficiency, data management, and exploration tools. You will work with a dynamic team of developers, geologists, and engineers, leveraging your expertise in software development to build robust and scalable applications tailored to the unique challenges of the mining industry, driving technological advancement from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and deploy software applications for various mining functions (e.g., data visualization, operational planning, geological modeling).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Develop and maintain APIs and integrations with other mining software systems.
• Optimize software performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years focused on applications for the mining or natural resources sector .
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, C#, Java, or C++.
• Experience with database development (SQL and NoSQL) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work opportunity, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Chance to work on impactful software solutions for the global mining industry.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking virtual work environment.