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Technology

Filling highly technical roles demands deep market knowledge. At Salt, we understand the talent you need and the technology they use. In the digital sector, technologies are changing so rapidly that identifying technical professionals with the ideal portfolio of skills for your business can be a real challenge. Our consultants are specialists in niche vertical markets, meaning that we can truly understand the requirements of a role and ensure that every candidate we introduce to you is a perfect match.

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Jobs: Technology

Job Industry: Technology

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The Tech Team is looking for a senior Front Arena developer expert to assist with coding fixes and solution enhancements for the IBD Loans book. The candidate needs to have…

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Are you a visionary problem solver with a passion for designing robust and innovative technical solutions? A leading organization is seeking a highly skilled Solutions Architect to join their team…

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We're on the hunt for a sharp, creative Front-end Engineer to join our fast-moving team in Cape Town. You'll be building slick, scalable web applications using React and TypeScript, crafting…

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ZAR800000.00 - ZAR1100000.00 per annum + Additional Benefits

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C++ POS DeveloperLocation: Cape Town, 5 days on-site Employment Type: Permanent Sector: Retail Software Solutions We are working with a global retail software innovator looking to expand their team with…

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Full Stack Java Developer (Retail POS Solutions) - International Retail ProjectLocation: Fully on-site, Belville CPT. Employment Type: Permanent Experience: 5+ years We're working with a global leader in retail technology…

Cape Town

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Senior Product Designer (UI) | Hybrid in London If you're someone who lives and breathes UI craft - the kind that transforms how people work - this one's for you.…

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ZAR720000.00 - ZAR1080000.00 per annum

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CCIE - Core InfrastructureIf you're a Cisco-certified network expert ready to lead and innovate in high-performance environments, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your CV Certifications: Cisco…

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We're looking for an experienced Content Designer to join a fast-paced, agile digital team. You'll play a key role in shaping user-focused content that meets high standards for clarity, accessibility,…

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About the Role An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced System Engineer with a strong focus on patching, packaging, and endpoint management. This role is ideal for someone with…

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Senior Product Owner - Billing, Orders & Customer Accounts Cape Town / Hybrid If you're a product thinker who loves solving real customer problems, thrives in structured environments, and wants…

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About the Role:This role is responsible for driving the architectural direction and technical delivery of SAP Fiori and Mobile solutions across multiple business units. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams,…

Cape Town

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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving innovative application solutions? We are looking for a Business Applications Solutions Architect to take the lead in designing and supporting…

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Opportunities to further your career within the Technology industry

A large amount of job opportunities and a limited number of talent creates a skill shortage for most technological sectors, which is only difficult to bridge.

Technology experts are no longer only employed by technical organisations. With the increasing importance of technology in our everyday working lives, all industries need experts in this field and usually have their own department in-house. Besides technical companies, the manufacturing, financial and public sectors also offer multiple job opportunities.

Salary information and career progression

The Technology industry encompasses many disciplines, so average salaries can vary significantly. However, the data below gives you a good ballpark figure based upon the level of experience:

Typical rolesSalary levels
Software EngineerR 360k – R 500k
Senior Software EngineerR 600k – R 1mil
Solution ArchitectR 1mil – R 1.5mil
Engineering DirectorR 1.5mil+

Recent Changes

Since there have been some drastic changes in the Technology industry over the last couple of years, it is not surprising that the employment market has also been constantly changing. One of these changes concerns the number of specialisms in Technology. While a couple of years ago technical specialist areas were more or less straightforward, these days the amount of specialisms has become unaccountable. Some of the most popular areas include games development, technology consulting, IT services, web development, and telecommunications IT.

  • Future Prospects

    The working conditions for technical professionals are expected to stay as attractive as they currently are. This means that they will continue to have great onsite facilities, work with the latest technologies and in some cases have flexible working policies. Due to the fact that constant innovation is expected within this industry, it is unlikely that technical jobs will become repetitive or boring after some time.

  • Salt’s advice for getting a job in the Technology industry

    Employers’ Requirements

    The employers’ requirements for Technology specialists strongly depend on the area in which you are specialised. If your job is business-focused, the employers will want to see that you are able to apply your technical knowledge for commercial processes. If you have a very specific technical job, in e.g. software engineering or programming, it is crucial to show employers your knowledge of programming languages, of networks and your development skills. Despite the differences, there are some key competencies which are expected from all Technology professionals, including organisational skills, flexibility, and team working skills.

    CV Requirements

    Similar to the employers’ requirements, the CV requirements for Technology jobs vary strongly between the various specialist sectors. Some core skills which every specialist working in Technology should have are problem-solving abilities as well as the knowledge to develop and maintain software applications. Furthermore, professionals should try to keep themselves updated about the latest technical techniques and principles and should know how to communicate technical details to non-technical clients.

    Technology Job Interview Preparation

    Unlike many marketing, sales and creative interviews, technology interviews are very straightforward. The main objective of the interviews is to find out if your technical knowledge corresponds to the requirements needed for a particular job. Depending on the role, different test formats are used. The most frequently used formats are numerical reasoning tests, questions which require to apply your technical knowledge to a real-life situation and the completion of tasks, such as coding. The best way to prepare for a technical interview is to refresh your knowledge about the fundamentals in a specific technical field and to inform yourself about the company.

    Educational Requirements

    Most companies require their future employees to have a bachelor’s degree in IT, ideally in fields like computer science or information systems, combined with relevant work experience. Some employers expect their employees to also have a postgraduate degree in their specialised sector, e.g. in data science, mobile development or web infrastructure.

Top Tip

"As much as strong coding capabilities are important, having a high EQ has the potential to exponentially grow your career. "

— Arno van Der Merwe, Commercial Manager

Speak with Arno van Der Merwe about Technology

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