Principal Software Engineer

Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

The successful candidate will become part of an application software development team responsible for developing software for user applications. The company performs formal software development for highly reliable safety-critical and mission-critical systems.
Role and Responsibilities:
Includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Take a lead / specialist role in the development of application software, mainly for operator-facing, mission-critical software used in C2 and ISR systems.
  • Take ownership of features from requirements through to design, implementation, and testing for front-end and back-end development.
  • Research and understand new domains and technologies sufficiently to understand user requirements and implement features.
  • Assist with production efforts related to application software.
  • Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts.
  • Implement engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project.
  • Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.
Requirements:
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng / BEng).
  • Required Skills and Experience:
  • Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: C++, Java, etc.
  • Proficiency with one or more scripting languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell etc.
  • Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns.
  • Experience with collaboration using version control software such as Git, Subversion, or Perforce.
  • Experience working in a team using Agile methods and/or issue tracking software such as Jira.
  • Recommended Skills and Experience:
  • 5-10 years of relevant industry experience would be advantageous.
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1512472
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned