Senior Python Developer (Django) (CPT Hybrid)

Datafin; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Financial Services provider is seeking a Senior Python Developer to lead the technical modernisation of their Django-based insurance platform. You'll contribute to meaningful technical improvements while mentoring team members, shaping technical direction, and ensuring best practices in software development and system security. Ideal candidates must have robust experience with Python, Django, API development, and a solid understanding of for optimal database management.

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Python and Django framework.
• Proven experience with API development and integration.
• Solid understanding of MariaDB/MySQL and database optimisation.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical modernisation of a 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 Optimisation

Security Best Practices

DevOps

CI/CD

Analytical Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Job description

ENVIRONMENT:

LEAD the technical modernisation of a Django-based insurance platform of a well-established Financial Services provider seeking the coding expertise of a Senior Python Developer. You will help drive this transformation, working on meaningful technical improvements while mentoring team members and shaping the technical direction. The successful incumbent must have suitable experience with Python, Django, API development and integration, a solid understanding of MariaDB/MySQL, database optimization & security best practices in financial systems and have knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.

DUTIES:

• Lead the technical modernisation of a 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.

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.

Advantageous -

• Experience with insurance or financial systems.
• Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Familiarity with containerisation and development automation.
• Experience with system modernisation and legacy code improvement.

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to mentor others.
• Self-motivated with a passion for clean, maintainable code.
• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong focus on code quality and system reliability.
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

While we would really like to respond to every application, should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Desired Skills:

• Senior
• Python
• Developer