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Intermediate Software Engineer

Intermediate Software Engineer

Scrums.comWorkFromHome, Free State, South Africa
3 days ago
Job description

Our Story

At (formerly SovTech) we believe the future of software lies in the talent innovation and creativity found on the African continent. For over a decade we have been pioneering world‑class software development for a global audience. We are the leading custom software development company from Africa that, like any great tech company, was founded in a garage. We have now grown to more than 350 of the best AI‑powered software engineering experts building world‑class platforms for growing businesses across four cities on three continents.

Looking ahead we remain committed to growing Africa’s tech ecosystems. Africa is home to the world’s youngest population with over 50% of Africans under the age of 25. Recent estimates indicate there are over 700,000 professional software developers across Africa today. That number is projected to double by 2025. We believe in the future of African tech talent and the impact it will have on scaling global companies.

Accelerating Business Growth with Expert Tech Talent

Trusted by 400 companies, we help businesses scale with our cloud‑based engineering subscription platform offering consistent, cost‑effective AI‑powered expert teams and reliable developer analytics.

Our Culture

Our culture is underpinned by 8 core values.

Earth’s leading software company from Africa – that’s where we’re going.

Why Join Us

Be part of a dynamic, people‑first team that’s showcasing and advancing Africa’s tech landscape on the global scale. At us we celebrate your individuality, empower your decision‑making and create meaningful experiences. Together we’re driving innovation and building exceptional teams. Take a look at some of the highlights :

Embrace Our African Talent Footprint – Flexibility and Autonomy.

At us we champion an empowered workplace where you shape the culture, influence decisions on tech stacks and take charge of user testing all while working from wherever you thrive best across our interconnected guilds.

Our distributed teams span South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Zimbabwe and other parts of the continent showcasing the diversity and brilliance of African talent.

The Vibes

  • Annual Foos‑Fest : Showcase your skills at our legendary Foosball Festival and take home quirky sought‑after awards.
  • AI‑Powered Hackathons : Collaborate with your team to create innovative, market‑ready products in just 24 hours all while enjoying live music and family‑friendly fun.
  • Year‑End Celebrations : Reflect and connect at our unforgettable year‑end events a decade‑old tradition we continue to cherish.
  • Popcorn Fridays, Dev Chats and Braais : Bond with colleagues over insightful discussions and sizzling good vibes.
  • Fluid Clubs : Join like‑minded peers in activities like hiking, running and more to foster shared interests beyond work.
  • Weekly All‑Hands : Stay inspired and in the loop with our weekly All‑Hands sessions that bring us together as one team.
  • Explore Week : Our annual tradition encourages you to work from anywhere around the globe for one exciting week – freedom meets inspiration!

Rewards & Recognition

Stacos (our company currency) : Reward and recognise your peers with Stacos and exchange them for cool vouchers to celebrate accomplishments big and small.

Commission Incentives : Unlock attractive rewards for successful business development leads and employee referrals.

Continued Career Growth & Support

  • Internal AI Platforms : We empower our teams with access to both closed and open‑source LLMs that make work easier and empower your professional growth. We love AI!
  • High‑Performance Culture : Stay aligned and on track with OKRs (Objectives and Key Results) and structured annual reviews.
  • Personalized Mentorship : Receive dedicated guidance from leadership and the Talent Success Team through one‑on‑one sessions and quarterly check‑ins tailored to your career aspirations.
  • Transforming How We Work

    Our teams embrace cutting‑edge AI platforms, agents and tools creating smarter workflows and accelerating career development with AI.

  • OpenAI, Anthropic, Llama – we use them all so choose what suits you best!
  • You don’t need your own licenses – we cover the costs and have our own internal AI platforms that give you access to them all in a secure environment.
  • Outstanding Employee Benefits

  • Discovery Medical Aid : Prioritizing your health with the best care.
  • Half‑Day Birthday Leave : Celebrate your special day with an afternoon off!
  • Family responsibility & Parental Benefits : Providing full support for a meaningful work‑life balance.
  • Please note : Benefits may vary depending on employment type.
  • Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and maintain high‑quality software solutions.
  • Write clean, efficient and inspiring code.
  • Design and implement complex systems elegantly.
  • Automate, monitor and continuously improve systems.
  • Exhibit excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills.
  • Maintain strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Work independently and within a team.
  • Demonstrate initiative and creativity in tackling challenges.
  • Prioritise tasks effectively.
  • Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum 4 years experience in software development.
  • Strong background in infrastructure and system monitoring (AWS, Azure or other cloud services).
  • Experience with DevOps practices such as CI / CD and automation tools.
  • Proficiency in several of the following technologies : Python, Java, JavaScript, C#, PostgreSQL, Auth0, RESTful APIs, UI / UX.
  • Fluent in Afrikaans and English (spoken and written).
  • Additional Requirements

    Knowledge or experience in Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Machine Learning (ML) will be advantageous.

    Job Details

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  • Experience : Years
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