Junior Software Developer jobs in South Africa

You will be part of AI Studios, a global team of engineers and product specialists within Jellyfish tasked with developing our suite of proprietary technologies with a core focus on generative AI and advanced AI agents.

In this role, you will report directly to the VP of Engineering at AI Labs. Our mission is focused on delivering production enhancements for our creative and experienced production teams by building innovative AI generative applications.

We strive to push the boundaries in advertising automation, eCommerce analytics, and other digital services ensuring improved performance, consistency, and scalability. Jellyfish Engineering teams are organized into seven functional product squads including AI Studios, Media, Data, and Commerce supported by two transverse teams specializing in DevOps / Cloud Engineering and UX / UI.

You will join a dedicated team of approximately 11 engineers based across Europe, the UK, and South Africa contributing to the development of cutting-edge web applications and data solutions for AI studios. Your primary responsibilities will include:

1. Develop and maintain Python-based applications and services.
2. Implement platform enhancements and ensure adherence to coding standards.
3. Collaborate with team members to deliver scalable and efficient solutions.
4. Write clean, modular, and well-documented code that is easy to maintain.
5. Debug and resolve issues in applications improving reliability and performance.
6. Contribute to the development of APIs and integration of third-party services.
7. Work on data processing tasks and automation to improve efficiency.
8. Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions to support team development.
9. Research and apply emerging technologies to solve business challenges.

Qualifications:

1. You have at least 2 years of experience as a Software Engineer with expertise in Python and at least one framework (e.g., FastAPI, Flask).
2. Good understanding of API development and consumption (RESTful).
3. Hands-on experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
4. Knowledge of Python testing frameworks (e.g., Pytest, unittest).
5. Basic exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).
6. Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
7. Understanding of software development best practices including testing and debugging.

You generate unique ideas and experiment with new methods and technologies to solve complex issues. You show empathy and adapt your approach to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. You'll be great at collaborating with team members to achieve common goals, valuing and respecting diverse contributions. You're good at adapting strategies and plans to navigate unforeseen circumstances. When faced with a problem, you collaborate with the appropriate people to evaluate different options and find practical solutions.

Note: We emphasize skills, expertise, and behavioral attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees.

If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.

Additional Information:

1. Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritize your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.
2. Reward: You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.
3. Custom Work Environment: Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8 AM and 6:30 PM with flexible working hours.
4. Growth Your Way: Grow your career with one paid day each month for self-development and access to LinkedIn Learning with unlimited online courses.
5. Family Support: Enjoy 14 weeks of paid leave for primary caregivers and 4 weeks of paid leave for secondary caregivers.

We also provide (or equivalent) towards courses for returning primary caregivers to support your transition back into work.