Remote Telecommunications Software Developer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off

Access to online courses and конференц

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Telecommunications Software Developer to join a cutting-edge telecom technology firm. Design, develop, test, and deploy high-performance software for next-generation networks from anywhere.

Responsibilities include building modules for network management and signaling, coding in Python, Java, C++, or Go, and collaborating with product teams. Remote work, strong problem-solving, and cloud/container experience are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience developing software for telecommunications or networking environments.
• Proficiency in at least one major language: Python, Java, C++, or Go.
• Familiarity with telecommunications protocols (SIP, RTP, Diameter, SS7) and cloud/container tech.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, and implement software applications for telecommunications systems.
• Develop features for network management, signaling, data processing, and service provisioning.
• Write clean, well-documented code in Python, Java, C++, or Go.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure software quality.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues reported by QA or end-users.
• Stay current with emerging software development trends and telecommunications technologies.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Go

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge telecommunications technology firm, is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Remote Telecommunications Software Developer to join their innovative development team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute to significant projects from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying robust software solutions that enhance and enable next-generation telecommunications services. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills, a deep understanding of software development principles, and a passion for creating high-performance, scalable applications within the telecom domain. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging problems and contribute to the future of communication technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, and implement software applications for telecommunications systems.
• Develop features and modules for network management, signaling, data processing, and service provisioning.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Python, Java, C++, or Go.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and other developers to define software requirements.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure software quality.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues reported by QA or end-users.
• Stay current with emerging software development trends and telecommunications technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development.
• Proven experience developing software for telecommunications or networking environments.
• Strong proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C++, Go).
• Familiarity with telecommunications protocols (e.g., SIP, RTP, Diameter, SS7) and standards.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented design.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, commensurate with your experience and skills.
• As this is a fully remote position, there are no location-specific benefits beyond the standard offerings.
• Employees receive comprehensive medical coverage, a retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, including access to online courses and conferences, are provided.
• You will be part of a globally distributed, talented team working on exciting and impactful projects within the telecommunications sector.