Senior Software Engineer - Logistics (Hybrid/Remote)

takealot.com; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related Total Remuneration Package

Hybrid working model

Mentorship programme

Access to learning platforms

Social events and activities

Staff discount

Birthday leave

Free parking

Job summary

A leading e-commerce logistics company in South Africa is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop and optimize systems for parcel and food delivery. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science and at least 5 years of experience writing efficient, robust production code. You will work with a diverse tech stack, including Scala, Angular, and AWS, and thrive in a purpose-driven culture focused on innovation and growth. Join us to transform logistics in the e-commerce sector.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in writing robust, efficient production code.
• Experience with SQL database systems.
• Experience with development in a Linux environment.
• Proficient in languages such as Java, Scala, Angular, Python, or C#.

Responsibilities

• Developing and optimizing systems to manage both parcel and food delivery.
• Working with business to improve processes for efficient deliveries.
• Researching and defining solutions within the logistic domain.

Skills

Solid communication skills

Proactive

Ability to adapt to change

Problem-solver

Solutions-oriented

Willing to learn and teach others

Education

Degree in Computer Science or similar

Tools

Scala

Postgres

AWS

Google Cloud

Angular

Git

Play Framework

Cassandra DB

Job description

A leading e-commerce logistics company in South Africa is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop and optimize systems for parcel and food delivery. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Computer Science and at least 5 years of experience writing efficient, robust production code. You will work with a diverse tech stack, including Scala, Angular, and AWS, and thrive in a purpose-driven culture focused on innovation and growth. Join us to transform logistics in the e-commerce sector.