Senior Telecoms Software Developer

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work stipend

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Telecoms Software Developer for a fully remote role. You will design, build, and deploy software for telecom platforms, focusing on reliability and performance while supporting a dispersed team.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in telecom software development and strong experience with Python, Java, or C++, plus cloud and containerization skills (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience in telecommunications.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, or C++.

Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and deploy robust software applications for telecom systems.
• Develop APIs and microservices for network management and service orchestration.
• Optimize performance and scalability for high traffic volumes.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to define software requirements and features.
• Contribute to code reviews and development process improvements.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Cloud Platforms

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/SE

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Telecoms Software Developer to contribute to their innovative product development efforts, remotely supporting operations linked to Paarl . This role focuses on designing, developing, and deploying software solutions that enhance telecommunications services and platforms. You will work on cutting-edge projects, leveraging your expertise in software engineering to build scalable, reliable, and high-performance applications. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the chance to collaborate with a geographically dispersed, talented team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, code, test, and deploy robust software applications for telecom systems.
• Develop APIs and microservices for network management and service orchestration.
• Optimize application performance and ensure scalability to handle high traffic volumes.
• Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to define software requirements and features.
• Contribute to code reviews, documentation, and the continuous improvement of development processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with a focus on telecommunications.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of network protocols and distributed systems.

Benefits

• Excellent salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Remote work environment with a provided technology stipend.
• Opportunities for advanced training and skill development in cutting-edge technologies.