Senior Telecommunications Software Developer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecommunications Software Developer for on-site work in Bloemfontein. The role focuses on designing, developing, and maintaining software for core network infrastructure and service platforms.

Candidates should have extensive telecom systems experience and strong programming skills in C++, Java, or Python. The ideal candidate will grow with the team, mentor juniors, and contribute to documentation and development standards while staying current with industry

Qualifications

• Proficient in C++, Java, or Python with strong tools
• Experience with multi-threaded, distributed systems
• Strong knowledge of TCP/IP, SIP, Diameter, SS7 is preferred

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software solutions for telecom applications
• Write clean, scalable code and contribute to code reviews
• Develop components for network management, signaling, and data processing
• Collaborate with engineers to define requirements and specs
• Troubleshoot complex issues and optimize performance
• Mentor junior developers and document designs

Skills

C++

Java

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Eng

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of telecommunications services, is seeking a talented Senior Telecommunications Software Developer to join their team in Bloemfontein . This role is focused on designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated software solutions for our client's core network infrastructure and service platforms. The ideal candidate will possess a strong programming background and a deep understanding of telecommunications protocols and systems. This is an on-site position critical to maintaining and advancing our client's technological edge.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software solutions for telecommunications applications and systems.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in languages such as C++, Java, or Python.
• Develop and implement software components for network management, signaling, and data processing.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and architects to define software requirements and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex software issues, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Optimize application performance and resource utilization.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the improvement of development processes and standards.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation for software designs and implementations.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in telecommunications software and programming techniques.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience, with a significant portion focused on telecommunications systems.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language (e.g., C++, Java, Python) and associated development tools.
• Strong understanding of telecommunications protocols and concepts (e.g., TCP/IP, SIP, Diameter, SS7).
• Experience with multi-threaded programming, concurrent systems, and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Familiarity with software development methodologies (Agile/Scrum).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid, a provident fund, and paid time off.
• Employees have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance their skills.
• This role provides a stable career path within a reputable telecommunications company, contributing to essential infrastructure projects.