Senior Python Backend Engineer | AWS & APIs

IntellicaCX; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

IntellicaCX in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Python Developer to build robust back-end services and integrate front-end components.

You will lead design decisions, mentor junior developers, and help shape the full software lifecycle from requirements to deployment, focusing on high-quality, scalable server-side applications. The ideal candidate has strong Python expertise, experience with Django/Flask/Bottle, AWS and REST APIs, plus solid database knowledge and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Solid experience as Python Developer.
• Experience with Python frameworks (Django, Flask, Bottle).
• Familiarity with AWS and REST API.
• Understanding of databases and SQL.
• Leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Help design and implement functional requirements
• Build efficient back-end features in Python
• Integrate front-end components into applications
• Manage testing and bug fixes
• Prepare technical documentation
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers to implement design into the code
• Coach junior team members
• Implement software enhancements and suggest improvements

Skills

Python

Leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Education

BSc in Computer Science, Engineering or relevant field

Tools

Django

Flask

Bottle

AWS

REST API

SQL

Job description

IntellicaCX in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Python Developer to build robust back-end services and integrate front-end components.

You will lead design decisions, mentor junior developers, and help shape the full software lifecycle from requirements to deployment, focusing on high-quality, scalable server-side applications. The ideal candidate has strong Python expertise, experience with Django/Flask/Bottle, AWS and REST APIs, plus solid database knowledge and leadership skills.