Telecommunications Software Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Growth opportunities

Impact projects

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Telecommunications Software Developer to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design, develop, and deploy software for telecoms infrastructure, using languages like Python, Java, or C++, in a distributed environment.

You will collaborate with architects and product managers, write clean code, optimize network performance, and participate in code reviews and testing. A strong foundation in networking and databases is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Software Developer with backend or systems focus.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, C++, or Go for telecoms projects.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications and services for telecoms systems.
• Collaborate with architects and product managers to define requirements and specs.
• Write clean, efficient code in Python, Java, or C++.
• Implement and optimize algorithms for network performance, management, and security.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, providing timely production-ready solutions.

Skills

Python

Java

C++

Go

Networking

Distributed systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Telecommunications Software Developer to join their innovative, fully remote engineering team. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying software solutions that enhance and manage our advanced telecoms infrastructure. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the evolution of our network services. We are looking for a passionate coder with a strong understanding of software development principles and a keen interest in the telecommunications domain. Join our distributed team and help build the future of connectivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality software applications and services for telecoms systems.
• Collaborate with system architects and product managers to define software requirements and technical specifications.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Python, Java, or C++.
• Implement and optimize algorithms for network performance, management, and security.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure software reliability.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues, providing timely solutions for production systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience as a Software Developer , with a focus on backend or systems development.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages relevant to telecoms (e.g., Python, Java, C++, Go).
• Understanding of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP , SIP) and telecommunications concepts.
• Experience with databases, APIs, and distributed systems.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills for a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth and learning new technologies.
• Contribution to impactful projects in the telecommunications sector.
• Supportive and collaborative remote team culture.