Senior Python Backend Engineer – Remote, Cloud & Automation

Zepz; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 60 000 - 90 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading remittance technology provider is seeking an Automation Engineer to build software that streamlines business processes. This full-stack development role includes creating automation tools, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring software quality. The ideal candidate has expertise in Python and cloud services, with experience in relational databases like PostgreSQL. Zepz offers flexibility to work remotely and a range of benefits including unlimited annual leave and private medical cover.

Benefits

Unlimited Annual Leave

Private Medical Cover

Retirement plans

Life Assurance

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Strong professional experience developing back-end software solutions using Python.
• Hands-on experience with relational databases, specifically PostgreSQL.
• Practical experience utilizing and managing services within AWS.
• Proficient in using git for version control.
• Demonstrated ability to write effective and thorough test suites.

Responsibilities

• Design and build robust automation tools and software systems using Python.
• Perform activities across all layers of the technology stack.
• Be involved in all stages of software development.
• Utilize GitHub for source code control.
• Deploy, manage, and scale applications using AWS.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive test suites.

Skills

Python Expertise

Database Management

Cloud Computing

Version Control

Software Testing

Familiarity with containerization

Experience with low-code/no-code platforms

Tools

PostgreSQL

AWS

Git

Docker

Retool

Job description

A leading remittance technology provider is seeking an Automation Engineer to build software that streamlines business processes. This full-stack development role includes creating automation tools, managing cloud infrastructure, and ensuring software quality. The ideal candidate has expertise in Python and cloud services, with experience in relational databases like PostgreSQL. Zepz offers flexibility to work remotely and a range of benefits including unlimited annual leave and private medical cover.