Remote Telecom Software Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Stock options or performance bonuses

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a talented and innovative Remote Telecom Software Developer to design, build, and maintain software solutions for the telecommunications industry. Working from anywhere in South Africa, you will collaborate with a globally distributed team of engineers to develop cutting-edge applications that enhance network performance and improve customer experiences.

You will contribute directly to the evolution of communication technologies, using languages such as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, focused on distributed systems.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, Go, or C++ for telecom software.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong networking knowledge and Agile/Scrum experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software for telecom systems using Python/Java/C++.
• Develop backend services, APIs, and data pipelines for telecom applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and architects to define requirements and specifications.
• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for deployed solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to improve quality and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve defects and performance issues in production.

Skills

Distributed systems

Agile/Scrum

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

Python

Java

Go

C++

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and innovative Remote Telecom Software Developer to design, build, and maintain sophisticated software solutions for the telecommunications industry. Working from anywhere in South Africa , you will collaborate with a globally distributed team of engineers to develop cutting-edge applications that enhance network performance, enable new services, and improve customer experiences. This role is ideal for a self-motivated developer who thrives in a remote-first environment and is passionate about leveraging software to solve complex challenges within the dynamic telecom landscape. You will contribute directly to the evolution of communication technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software for telecom systems using languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Develop and optimize backend services, APIs, and data processing pipelines for telecommunications applications.
• Collaborate with product managers and architects to define software requirements and technical specifications.
• Implement robust monitoring, logging, and alerting mechanisms for deployed software solutions.
• Participate actively in code reviews, contributing to code quality and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and performance issues in production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on distributed systems.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages relevant to telecom software (e.g., Python, Java, Go, C++).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of networking protocols and telecommunications concepts.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, tailored for remote employees.
• Generous stock options or performance bonuses.
• Professional development budget for online courses, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects shaping the future of telecom technology from anywhere in Vereeniging or beyond.