Software Engineer, Analytics

Confluence; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time Off

Global Career Development

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Confluence in Cape Town, South Africa, is hiring a Software Engineer with strong C#/.NET and SQL Server experience. The role is primarily backend-focused with opportunities to contribute to frontend work using React and JavaScript.

You will collaborate with a small international team and help translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions. The position offers hybrid work from Cape Town, exposure to AI-enabled development practices, and a roadmap for growth within a

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of commercial software development experience.
• Strong C#/.NET development skills.
• Strong SQL Server experience.
• Solid backend engineering capabilities.
• Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience contributing to technical design and solution discussions.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend services using C#/.NET and SQL Server.
• Contribute to frontend development using React and JavaScript.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Participate in technical design and problem-solving discussions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across engineering, product and operations.
• Use AI tools to improve development workflows and software delivery.

Skills

C#/.NET

SQL Server

Backend engineering

Communication

Technical design

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Tools

AI tools usage

Job description

Department: Development - Software Development

Location: Cape Town, SA

Department: Development - Software Development

Location: Cape Town, SA

Description

Location - Cape Town, South Africa (hybrid)

Why Confluence?

At Confluence, we’ve always been driven by a commitment to innovation, precision, and partnership in the investment data space. Our global footprint now spans multiple countries, giving our employees the opportunity to get exposure to other countries and cultures. And it stands to reason that none of this would have been possible without the hundreds of hard-working employees who work at Confluence.

More about the role & team

Join the team and help build a business-critical financial technology platform used across the investment management industry. We're looking for a Software Engineer with strong C#/.NET and SQL Server experience to contribute to the development of a mature product with an ambitious roadmap. While the role is primarily backend-focused, you'll also work across the full stack using React and JavaScript. Working within a small international team, you'll collaborate with product, operations and engineering stakeholders to solve complex business problems, design scalable solutions, and deliver high-quality software. The team is also embracing AI-enabled development practices, making curiosity around modern engineering tools and ways of working an advantage.

Technology Stack

Core: C#, .NET, SQL Server, React, JavaScript

Additional exposure: AWS, Kubernetes, RabbitMQ, Redis, NServiceBus and ECS.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Developing and enhancing backend services using C#/.NET and SQL Server
• Contributing to frontend development using React and JavaScript
• Translating business requirements into scalable technical solutions
• Participating in technical design and problem-solving discussions
• Collaborating with stakeholders across engineering, product and operations
• Using AI tools to improve development workflows and software delivery

Why Join Us?

• Work on a sophisticated FinTech platform with a significant development roadmap
• Join a small team where your work has visible impact
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple international locations
• Learn from experienced engineers and technical specialists
• Develop AI-enabled software engineering capabilities
• Build expertise within investment technology and financial services

What skills and experience do I need to succeed?

Essential

• 3-5 years' commercial software development experience
• Strong C#/.NET development skills
• Strong SQL Server experience
• Solid backend engineering capabilities
• Experience translating business requirements into technical solutions
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience contributing to technical design and solution discussions
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science or a related discipline

Desirable

• Full Stack development experience
• React and JavaScript
• Experience using AI tools within software development workflows
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Experience working with product stakeholders
• Interest in financial technology or investment systems

What do we offer?

• Generous Time Off packages including additional half days with each public holiday in your location.
• Global Career Development opportunities
• Social Events
• Referral Bonus scheme - Upto $3,000 per successful referral
• Plus many more!

More about the Location

We offer flexible working options for all employees. This role will be based in Cape Town, with some hybrid working from our Cape Town office. You should therefore be within a commutable distance.

Values

We look for people who align with our 4 values.

Integrity

Face reality with honesty, courage and accountability

Imagination

Deal creatively with challenges and envision what the world could be

Discipline

Build good habits into reflexes which become a part of our life

Service

Committed to the success of others

Note that you may be required to attend an in person interview during the hiring process.

Confluence is an Equal Opportunity Employer in line with the Employment Equity Act.

Note that Preference will be given to previously disadvantaged individuals (PDIs) in line with our Employment Equity (EE) plan.

Pre-Employment Screening Disclaimer

As part of our recruitment process, we carry out identity checks on all candidates. Offers of employment are conditional upon the completion of satisfactory background checks prior to the commencement of work. These checks may include verification of identity, right to work in the UK, employment history, and other relevant pre-employment screening. Please note that additional checks may be required depending on the nature of the role and the jurisdiction in which the role is based or operates. These may include, but are not limited to, criminal record checks or financial background checks where applicable.