Software Developer

Upspire Talent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Upspire Talent is seeking a Software Developer in Johannesburg to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions. The role includes collaboration with cross-functional teams, debugging issues, and adhering to development standards. Ideal candidates will have 2–5+ years of development experience and proficiency in programming languages like JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#. Familiarity with web frameworks and databases is essential. The position offers a hybrid work model, contributing to a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of software development experience.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language.
• Experience with web development frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Collaborate with designers, product teams, and other developers.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in code reviews and improve development standards.
• Integrate APIs and third-party services.
• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability.

Skills

JavaScript

Python

Java

C#

React

Angular

.NET

Django

SQL

NoSQL

Git

Education

Relevant qualification in Computer Science, IT, or similar

Job description

Software Developer

Location: Johannesburg (Hybrid / On-site)

Type: Permanent

Salary: Market-related (based on experience)

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable applications, solve complex problems, and contribute to the full development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code
• Collaborate with designers, product teams, and other developers
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues
• Participate in code reviews and improve development standards
• Integrate APIs and third-party services
• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Computer Science, IT, or similar (advantageous)
• 2–5+ years of software development experience
• Proficiency in at least one programming language:
  • JavaScript, Python, Java, or C#
• Experience with:
  • Web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, .NET, Django)
  • Databases (SQL / NoSQL)
  • Version control (Git)