Senior Software Engineer (Golang)

DigiCert; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Health and wellness benefits

Education assistance

LinkedIn Learning access

Retirement planning options

Mentorship program

Job summary

DigiCert in South Africa is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our agile, cross-functional team to advance PKI and security management on the DigiCert ONE platform. You will design and build RESTful, cloud-native services in Go, collaborate across disciplines, and ensure code quality, security, and reliability.

Strong Go, Docker, Kubernetes, and SQL skills are required, with a minimum of 5 years backend experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of backend development experience.
• Extensive experience with Go (Golang).
• Experience building RESTful cloud-native services.
• Docker and Kubernetes experience required.
• Strong knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Build RESTful, scalable cloud-native web services using Go.
• Collaborate across teams to design, test, and deploy code.
• Improve security, performance, and reliability of PKI-related products.
• Troubleshoot defects and provide timely customer solutions.
• Understand DigiCert ONE platform architecture.

Skills

Go (Golang)

REST APIs

Docker

Kubernetes

Distributed systems

SQL (relational DBs)

CI/CD

Software design patterns

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Git

GitHub

Job description

DigiCert is a global leader in intelligent trust. We protect the digital world by ensuring the security, privacy, and authenticity of every interaction. Our AI-powered DigiCert ONE platform unifies PKI, DNS, and certificate lifecycle management, to secure infrastructure, software, devices, messages, AI content and agents. Learn why more than 100,000 organizations, including 90% of the Fortune 500, choose DigiCert to stop today’s threats and prepare for a quantum-safe future atwww.digicert.com

Job summary

The DigiCert ONE CA team is looking for a knowledgeable Senior Software Engineer to join our agile cross functional team to build the future of PKI and security management.

What you will do

• Build RESTful, highly scalable cloud native webservices using Go
• Collaborate with the team in the design, development, testing, and deployment of high-quality code
• Engage with other engineering leaders to implement industry best practices
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and debug product defects and provide timely solutions to customer needs
• Develop a deep understanding of PKI products, architecture, and systems

What you will have

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a Backend Developer
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience developing applications in Go (Golang)
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or equivalent years of experience in the industry
• Required experience with Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience designing and developing RESTful web service APIs
• Strong knowledge of the following:
  • Software engineering best-practices in design, testing, and architecture
  • Service-based architectures and distributed systems
  • Relational databases, including indexes, and SQL best practices
  • Design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
  • Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery/DevOps
• Flexibility to attend meetings outside of standard working hours when required to support collaboration across multiple time zones and global teams
• Strong interpersonal communication skills

Nice to have

• Technologies we use, any experience is a bonus!
  • MySQL
  • React / Redux
  • C++
  • Git and GitHub
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous paid time off, including holidays andadditionalleave options
• Family-friendly leave policies, including maternity, paternity, and other supportive leave programs
• Health and wellness support, including medical cover (where applicable), gym reimbursements, and mental well-being resources
• Pension, life insurance, and income protection benefits (location dependent)
• Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential support for employees and their families
• Educationassistanceand professional development opportunities
• Access to LinkedIn Learning and continuous learning resources
• Employee referral bonus program andadditionalcompanyperksand discounts
• Business travel insurance and global employee support programs

What We Offer

Connecting Work and Life

At DigiCert, we recognize that a fulfilling career is just one part of a well-rounded life. Our benefits are designed to support the whole person, ensuring you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Comprehensive Physical & Mental Wellness Programs
• Competitive Vacation & Paid Holidays
• Country Specific Parental Leave & Family Planning Support
• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Catered Lunches for In-Office Employees

Your financial well-being is a priority. We offer competitive compensation structures and programs to help you build long‑term security.

• Annual Performance-Based Bonus
• Country Specific Retirement Planning Options
• 401(k) Matching Program (U.S. Employees Only)

Professional Development & Career Growth

We believe that when our employees grow, we grow. That’s why we invest in comprehensive learning and development initiatives to support every stage of your career.

• Assigned Mentorship Program
• Structured Performance Review Cycles

To protect candidate information and maintain a secure hiring process, all applications must be submitted through our careers portal. Resumes or CVs sent directly via email will not be reviewed or considered.