Job Description

About the Role

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We are seeking highly skilled and

Microsoft Certified Azure Software Developers

to join our growing technology team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will have strong experience designing, developing, and deploying cloud-native applications on Microsoft Azure, with a passion for building scalable, secure, and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities

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Design, develop, and maintain cloud-native applications using Azure services.
Implement microservices, APIs, and serverless functions using Azure Functions, App Services, and related technologies.
Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
Develop scalable data solutions leveraging Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Azure Storage, or related services.
Work with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or containerized workloads (Docker).
Implement cloud security best practices (Azure AD, Managed Identity, Key Vault, RBAC).
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including architects, DevOps engineers, product owners, and QA.
Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and Agile ceremonies.
Troubleshoot performance issues and ensure system reliability and resilience.
Stay current with Azure technology trends and contribute to continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications & Experience

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Microsoft Azure Certification

(e.g., AZ-204: Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure or higher).
3+ years hands-on experience building applications in Azure environments.
Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as C#, .NET, Python, Java, or Node.js.
Experience with REST APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture.
Strong understanding of cloud networking, security, and monitoring.
Experience with DevOps tooling (Azure DevOps, GitHub, Terraform, or ARM templates).
Solid understanding of Agile development methodologies.

Preferred Skills

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Experience with container orchestration (AKS, Kubernetes).
Knowledge of IaC (Infrastructure-as-Code) using Terraform or Bicep.
Familiarity with Azure integration services (Service Bus, Event Grid, Logic Apps).
Experience with unit testing, automated testing frameworks, and quality engineering.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.