Senior Python/Django Engineer, Core Tech & Open Source

Boardroom Appointments; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and deploy core product functionality using Python and Django, with PostgreSQL and Nginx on the stack. You will help shape the long-term architecture while contributing to open source initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Python/Django experience, strong Git/GitHub skills, and a passion for TDD, clean code, and collaboration in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years as developer with Python/Django, PostgreSQL, Nginx.
• Experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies.
• Experience using Git and GitHub.
• Commitment to TDD and clean, tested code.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting mindset.
• Good communication and team player.
• Willingness to learn emerging technologies and contribute ideas.
• DevOps experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement core product functionality and deploy architectures.
• Maintain and extend core technology stack.
• Contribute to long-term vision for core technologies.
• Contribute to open source initiatives.
• Advise on emerging technologies.
• Commit to test-driven development.
• Provide code reviews and apply feedback to improve skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class products.

Skills

Python

Django

Test-driven development

Analytical thinking

Communication

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

Nginx

Git

GitHub

Elixir

Job description

Boardroom Appointments is seeking a Software Engineer to develop and deploy core product functionality using Python and Django, with PostgreSQL and Nginx on the stack. You will help shape the long-term architecture while contributing to open source initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of Python/Django experience, strong Git/GitHub skills, and a passion for TDD, clean code, and collaboration in an Agile environment.