Remote R&D Software Engineer: Independent Solver

ATS Client; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid contribution

Pension fund contribution

Quarterly performance incentive bonus

Risk benefit company contributions

Reimbursable communications allowance

Half-day off on your birthday

5 personal days leave a year

Remote Working

Home office set-up

Job summary

Clickatell seeks a Research and Development Engineer: Innovation (Intermediate) to drive advanced features for our SaaS platform. You will own complex technical challenges, prototype solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver modular, scalable outcomes.

You will mentor junior engineers, navigate ambiguity, and contribute to architecture-aligned innovations that push our products forward. A passion for learning and strong problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python, Java, or C++.
• Interest in emerging technologies and innovation.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Research industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation.
• Generate ideas and prototype concepts to validate new approaches.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers to implement innovations.
• Mentor junior engineers and graduates to grow technical capabilities.
• Document findings and ensure code quality and testability.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Education

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

Job description

Clickatell seeks a Research and Development Engineer: Innovation (Intermediate) to drive advanced features for our SaaS platform. You will own complex technical challenges, prototype solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver modular, scalable outcomes.

You will mentor junior engineers, navigate ambiguity, and contribute to architecture-aligned innovations that push our products forward. A passion for learning and strong problem-solving are essential.