Senior Python Developer

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech recruitment agency in Cape Town seeks an experienced software engineer to lead the modernization of its Django-based insurance platform. The role involves designing robust APIs, mentoring team members, and implementing security best practices. Ideal candidates will have strong experience with Python and Django, as well as a solid understanding of database optimization. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the technical direction of key projects while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Python and Django framework.
• Proven experience with API development and integration.
• Solid understanding of MariaDB/MySQL and database optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical modernisation of our Django-based insurance platform.
• Design and implement robust APIs and integrations.
• Drive best practices in software development and system architecture.

Skills

Python

Django

API development

Database optimization

DevOps practices

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical modernisation of our Django-based insurance platform
• Design and implement robust APIs and integrations
• Drive best practices in software development and system architecture
• Mentor and technically grow team members
• Contribute to system design decisions and technical direction
• Implement security best practices and maintain data integrity

Technical Requirements

• Strong experience with Python and Django framework
• Proven experience with API development and integration
• Solid understanding of MariaDB/MySQL and database optimisation
• Experience with modern development practices and tools
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines
• Understanding of security best practices in financial systems