Senior Python Architect: Network Automation & Platforms

First Point Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications-focused technology company is searching for a Senior Python Developer to design and develop scalable platforms that support network automation and customer portals. The ideal candidate will bring over 6 years of software development experience, strong expertise in Python, and the ability to mentor junior developers. This role offers significant influence over the platform's architecture and the chance to work with an experienced engineering team on innovative telecom solutions.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional software development experience.
• Strong expertise in Python, with familiarity in Java or Node.js a plus.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop backend applications and API-driven platforms.
• Automate provisioning, monitoring, and operational workflows.
• Ensure secure, maintainable, and scalable code across production systems.

Skills

Python

API development

Cloud platforms

Mentoring

Java

Node.js

Network automation

Job description

A leading telecommunications-focused technology company is searching for a Senior Python Developer to design and develop scalable platforms that support network automation and customer portals. The ideal candidate will bring over 6 years of software development experience, strong expertise in Python, and the ability to mentor junior developers. This role offers significant influence over the platform's architecture and the chance to work with an experienced engineering team on innovative telecom solutions.