Software Engineer (Python) - Supply Chain

takealotgroup; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS) is hiring a Software Engineer in South Africa to build robust software for e-commerce logistics. You will work on scalable features, design architectures with the team, and apply best practices to improve existing systems.

You’ll participate in a 24/7 operation and provide after-hours support on a rotation basis. Candidates should have a computer science background, strong Python, Linux and SQL experience, and a passion for learning new technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering or equivalent experience in software development.
• Thorough understanding of CS fundamentals: OO design, data structures & algorithms.
• 3–6 years software development experience for an intermediate role; 5–10+ years for senior level.
• Proficient in a strongly typed language such as Python.
• Experience in Linux environment and SQL databases.
• Open to diversifying language skill set.
• Knowledge of MySQL/PostgreSQL/MS SQL, Redis, Kafka/RabbitMQ, Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub/CI tools, and cloud platforms is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and build solutions to assist business users and improve customer experience.
• Architect and design solutions with your team.
• Keep up to date with technology trends and best practices.
• Apply creative thinking to solve complex challenges at scale.
• Drive excellence to foster a world-class engineering team.
• Support after-hours on a rotational basis to resolve critical issues.

Skills

Solutions-oriented

Analytical thinking

Communication

Written and verbal communication

Learning agility

Interviewing & collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Python

Linux

SQL

Docker

Kubernetes

GitHub

CI/CD (Travis/Jenkins)

AWS/GCP/Azure

Job description

Join Our Mission at Takealot Fulfilment Solutions | We Are TFS

Revolutionising e-commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting‑edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth.

Who We're Looking For:

Innovative, ambitious individuals ready to shape the future of e-commerce logistics. At TFS, "Uniquely You" meets "Powerfully Us", where your individuality strengthens our collective mission.

This position reports to the respective team's manager.

As a Software Engineer, you will be someone whose expertise directly translates into the development of robust software in the e-commerce domain . You will be from a computer science background with an emphasis on software development . You will have the opportunity to implement best practices to improve existing software and participate in the development of new features. While we don't promote after-hours work as part of the regular workday, we run a 24/7 business with the need to keep systems up and running. Software Engineers are expected to provide after-hours support on a rotational basis to resolve critical system issues.

Your mission, should you choose to accept it:

• Design and build solutions to assist our business users and improve customer experience
• Architect and design solutions with your team
• Keep up to date with technology trends
• Apply creative thought processes to solve complex challenges at scale
• Strong focus on making takealot.com the best place to shop at, a happy customer is a repeat customer
• Drive for excellence, to help foster a world‑class engineering team

The skills we need:

• Solutions-oriented, can-do attitude, and high energy
• Strong analytical and critical thinking, using data to inform decisions
• Ability to disaggregate and structure solutions to ambiguous problems
• Solid quantitative skills
• Ability to interview and interact professionally, with internal and external people
• Capability to present ideas succinctly, in writing and verbally
• Versatile and with the appetite to learn by doing

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree or Advanced Diploma in Computer Science, Mathematics or Engineering or equivalent experience in software development.
• A thorough understanding of computer science fundamentals, including object‑oriented design, data structures and algorithms
• 3 to 6 years experience in a software development role for an intermediate-level position
• 5 to 10+ years experience in a software development role for a senior‑level position
• Experience in writing robust, efficient production code
• Proficient in a strongly typed language such as Python
• Experience with development in a Linux environment
• Experience with SQL database systems
• Open to diversifying language skill set
• Experience in the following will be advantageous:
• MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQL
• Memcached, Redis
• Message Brokers, Queues and PubSub systems (e.g. Kafka and RabbitMQ)
• Containerisation (e.g. Docker)
• Orchestration (e.g. Kubernetes)
• GitHub, Travis CI, Jenkins
• AWS, GCP, Azure
• Microservices

Why Join TFS:

• Purpose-driven impact : Transform lives through logistics innovation
• Advanced technology: Work with cutting‑edge systems in a fast‑paced environment
• Career growth: Thrive in an agile space that champions continuous improvement
• Inclusive culture : Your unique perspective drives extraordinary results

At TFS, your growth is our growth. You'll be joining a team powered by Takealot Group's core values.

More than just a job, we offer: A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness. Be part of creating sustainable, scalable solutions that make a difference across South Africa's e-commerce landscape.

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.