Principal/ Specialist Engineer: Application Software

Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description

Job Summary 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;
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;
Modern C++ experience, especially C++11 and onwards;
Markup languages and associated technologies including XML, XSLT, XML Schema, JSON,
YAML;
Master's Degree in Computer Science (MSc) or Engineering (MSc Eng. / MEng).
General skills
Ability to learn fast and absorb new information quickly;
Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate on large projects;
Ability to work independently;
Strong problem-solving skills;
High standard of communication skills in English (both verbal and written).
Roles & Responsibilities
Includes the following, but is not limited to:
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 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 the company's 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 company engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project;
Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.
***Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted***
Merand Corbett & Associates
Recruiter

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1522041
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R10,000-15,000 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned