Senior Python Engineer

Boardroom Appointments; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Python-focused software engineer to design, develop, and mentor teams responsible for scalable, cloud-enabled applications.

You will leverage Azure cloud services, Docker containers, and Kubernetes orchestration to deliver robust software. The role includes leading projects, collaborating with product and design, and mentoring junior developers to foster growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of software development experience, with strong Python.
• Proven expertise in Azure cloud services and managing cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
• Proficient in Git and familiar with Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement complex software applications using Python.
• Write clean, efficient, and scalable code.

Skills

Python

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Agile

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of software development experience, with a strong emphasis on Python.
• Proven expertise in Azure cloud services and managing cloud infrastructure.
• Required experience with Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
• Proficient in using Git for version control and familiar with Agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Software Development: Design, develop, and implement complex software applications using Python.
• This includes writing clean, efficient, and scalable code.
• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Leverage Azure cloud services to deploy, manage, and scale applications.
• Ensure optimal utilization of cloud resources to meet project requirements.
• Containerization: Create, manage, and deploy Docker containers. Utilize containerization technologies to enhance application portability, scalability, and deployment efficiency.
• Project Leadership: Lead the planning, development, and deployment phases of software projects. Ensure projects meet quality standards and are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and other engineering teams, to define and achieve software development goals.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
• Foster a culture of learning and growth within the team.
• Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD): Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
• Automate testing and deployment processes to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Innovation and Improvement: Stay informed about the latest trends and technologies in Python development, cloud services, and containerization.
• Apply this knowledge to innovate and continuously improve the software solutions.
• Code Quality and Maintenance: Ensure the software is scalable, maintainable, and secure.
• Conduct code reviews, and refactor existing codebases to improve performance and reliability.
• Problem Solving: Tackle complex technical challenges and provide effective solutions.
• Work independently and as part of a team to solve problems and implement solutions efficiently.