Senior Full Stack Developer: Architect & Tech Lead

Communicate Finance; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Communicate Finance is seeking a seasoned Full Stack Python Developer to drive architecture, lead complex technical initiatives, and mentor a growing engineering team. You will directly influence technology decisions and platform evolution while upholding engineering excellence.

Candidates should bring 6+ years of full stack experience, deep Python expertise, and strong knowledge of cloud, containers, and CI/CD pipelines. Leadership and security focus are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of full stack software engineering experience.
• Deep expertise in Python development.
• Advanced knowledge of React, Angular or Vue.
• Strong system architecture and solution design experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive architecture and influence technology decisions.
• Lead complex technical initiatives and mentor a growing team.
• Shape platform evolution for scalability and performance.
• Ensure security, reliability, and efficient delivery of features.

Skills

Python development

Full stack engineering

React/Angular/Vue

System architecture

Distributed systems

PostgreSQL design

Cloud & containers

CI/CD pipelines

Technical leadership

Security & performance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / Information Systems

Honours degree

Cloud/Kubernetes or security certifications

Experience leading projects and teams

Job description

Communicate Finance is seeking a seasoned Full Stack Python Developer to drive architecture, lead complex technical initiatives, and mentor a growing engineering team. You will directly influence technology decisions and platform evolution while upholding engineering excellence.

Candidates should bring 6+ years of full stack experience, deep Python expertise, and strong knowledge of cloud, containers, and CI/CD pipelines. Leadership and security focus are essential.