Job Description

Electrum is a next-generation payment software technology company.

Since 2012, we've delivered trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software to optimize financial transaction processing. Our deep expertise has established us as a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, enabling clients to deliver services to millions of South Africans daily.


At Electrum, we are

grounded in impact

- designing solutions that matter, acting with urgency, and continuously learning as we scale. We believe in

creating together

- working side by side with our clients and teams to build meaningful, lasting solutions. We prioritise

making it safe

- encouraging open communication, smart risk-taking, and trust so that creativity and alignment thrive. And we back

empowered strong teams

- hiring brilliant people, collaborating hard, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness.

When you join the Electrum team, you'll get to:

Be part of the entire journey

-- from the spark of an idea to the final product launch. Grow your skills through

world-class training and hands-on learning

every day. Receive

mentorship and guidance from industry leaders

who are invested in your success. Work in a

dynamic, innovative workplace

where collaboration and creativity thrive.

Tackle real-world customer challenges

and see the impact of your work firsthand. Explore

plenty of opportunities to grow your career

and expand your expertise. Gain

valuable experience in a leading FinTech environment

, contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects.

Requirements

Computer Science, Engineering, Maths or Physics student in either their final year of either their undergrad or postgrad. A minimum average of 65% for all modules. Experience working with Java at university or from personal projects. Understanding fundamentals of object-oriented programming. Excellent interpersonal skills.

Increase your odds

We'll be growing you into someone that has the following skills which is why it's beneficial to already have them:

Full stack experience SaaS development experience Payments experience

Benefits

Why Join Electrum?

We believe in a

People First

approach, ensuring a culture where you can thrive and make a real difference

Your Career & Culture

Career Growth: Delivering world-class financial software is challenging, but your effort will earn you hands-on experience with products used by millions,

accelerating your career.

Strong Teams

: We keep teams small, focused, and collaborative to maximize

impact

.

Transparency

: We openly discuss strategy, finances, and salaries. Mistakes are viewed as l

earning opportunities

that we actively discuss.

Autonomy

: We

trust you

. You're expected to seek out the data needed for informed decisions and manage your own time--knowing when to focus and when to recharge.

Shared Vision

: You'll have the power to

shape the vision

of how we build the future of financial services.

Practical Perks

Here's how we support our culture: +

Flexible Work:

Office-first environment with

flexible hours

. +

Generous Leave:

Starting at

20 days per year.

+

Office Perks

(Cape Town): Fully-stocked kitchen and

daily catered lunch

.
*

Social Life:

Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners