Software Engineer

Digital Outsource Services; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive learning and development programmes

Free daily meals

On-site gym

Group life cover

Medical aid subsidy

Team socials

Job summary

Digital Outsource Services in Cape Town is seeking a backend developer to design and maintain scalable systems. Applicants should have strong expertise in C# and .NET Core, along with experience in agile methodologies.

The role offers various benefits, including comprehensive learning programmes and daily meals on-site. Candidates with experience in the online gaming industry will stand out.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments.
• Demonstrable passion for coding and code quality.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems.
• Participate and contribute to agile development practices.
• Take part in code reviews and collaborative development.

Skills

C#

.NET Core

Agile methodologies

Unit testing

TDD principles

Database experience

Python

Code quality

OOP

Education

Relevant certification or degree

Tools

Azure DevOps

Version control systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend systems, leveraging a range of technologies including those in Azure.
• Adhere to quality standards, DevOps principles, and agile methodologies.
• Design technical solutions to meet business requirements.
• Implement solutions to a high level of quality.
• Participate and contribute to agile development practices such as stand‑ups, planning & refinement, retrospectives, and demos.
• Take part in code reviews and collaborative development.

Essential Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
• Experience working collaboratively in cross‑functional teams, focusing on shared goals.
• Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities.
• Demonstrable passion for coding and code quality.
• Commercial experience with C# and .NET Core.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Experience with unit testing and TDD principles.
• Some database experience (relational or non‑relational).
• Experience with source control and participating in code reviews.
• Thorough knowledge of OOP, coding fundamentals, and design patterns.

Desirable Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types, and market trends.
• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations.
• Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions.
• Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies.
• Analytical skills or experience in analysing data.
• Experience with Python.
• Experience with containerisation and CI/CD, e.g., Azure DevOps.
• Relevant certification or degree.

Values

• Adaptability
• Ownership and accountability
• Initiating action
• Resilience
• Team orientation
• Integrity
• Innovation

Benefits

• Comprehensive learning and development programmes.
• Performance feedback tool.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free daily meals and on‑site gym.
• Group life cover, funeral fund, and financial services assistance.
• Curro school fees benefit.
• Income continuation benefit.
• Leadership training.
• Referral bonus.
• Medical aid subsidy.
• Retirement annuity subsidy.
• Team socials.