Remote Senior Software Engineer - Telecom Platforms

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Remote-first setup

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Company-provided equipment

Inclusive virtual culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a remote-first role servicing the Durban, KwaZulu-Natal region. You will design, build, test, and maintain scalable backend systems for telecommunications platforms, working with a distributed team.

You will collaborate with product managers and engineers, implement RESTful APIs, microservices, and CI/CD pipelines, while mentoring junior engineers and staying current with industry trends.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, backend focus.
• Experience with microservices, RESTful APIs and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain scalable software solutions for telecommunications platforms.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers in a remote setting to deliver features.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural decisions.
• Develop and maintain automated tests and CI/CD pipelines.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in telecommunications software.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

C++

Microservices

REST APIs

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Distributed systems

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic and innovative force in the telecommunications industry, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is based remotely but serves the needs of our operations in the Durban, KwaZulu-Natal region. You will play a crucial role in the development and enhancement of sophisticated software platforms that underpin our telecommunication services. This is a remote-first position, offering unparalleled flexibility and autonomy, while requiring a proactive and self-disciplined individual. The successful candidate will be passionate about coding excellence, possess a strong understanding of scalable software architectures, and thrive in a collaborative, distributed environment. Join us in building the future of telecommunications from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain robust and scalable software solutions for telecommunications platforms.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other engineers in a remote setting to deliver high-quality features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using best practices in software development.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior engineers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software defects and performance issues across various environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology selection for new projects.
• Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to telecommunications software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on backend systems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, or C++.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
• Familiarity with telecommunications protocols and concepts is a strong plus.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a passion for clean code.
• Proven ability to work independently and effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive remote work setup support, including stipends for home office equipment.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones and personal schedules.
• Extensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick days.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through online courses, conferences, and workshops.
• Company-provided laptop and necessary software licenses.
• Collaborative and inclusive virtual work culture.