Senior Software Engineer – Python Backend & Cloud

RELX; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global provider of information-based analytics is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa. The successful candidate will develop and maintain software solutions, focusing on Java RESTful APIs and cloud platforms like AWS and Google Cloud. The role includes collaborating with teams to understand business challenges and maintain production quality. Benefits include medical aid, a retirement plan, and study leave, promoting a healthy work/life balance.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits

Study Leave

Qualifications

• Expertise in building and maintaining Java RESTful APIs, lambda and web services.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms ecosystem like AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure.
• Curiosity to work on Python backend and small JavaScript front end projects.

Responsibilities

• Understanding critical issues and local business needs.
• Developing new solutions and maintaining existing ones.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Java RESTful APIs

XML

AWS

Google Cloud

Microsoft Azure

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

DynamoDB

Python

JavaScript

Tools

Prometheus

Grafana

ELK Stack

Job description

A global provider of information-based analytics is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa. The successful candidate will develop and maintain software solutions, focusing on Java RESTful APIs and cloud platforms like AWS and Google Cloud. The role includes collaborating with teams to understand business challenges and maintain production quality. Benefits include medical aid, a retirement plan, and study leave, promoting a healthy work/life balance.