Intermediate Python Developer

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Intermediate Python Developer – FinTech SaaS Platform

Role Summary

I am helping my client, a specialist FinTech firm based in Rosebank, Johannesburg, to look for a skilled Intermediate Python Developer to join their innovative product team. The team develops a cutting-edge risk management platform and integration platform, delivering hyper-scalable, customer-centric Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions. These solutions empower financial institutions to comply with regulatory requirements, enhance performance, and connect trading platforms with third-party systems like the DTCC and the South African Reserve Bank. As an Intermediate Python Developer, you will play a key role in the technical vision, design, and delivery of these transformative platforms, actively contributing to the full software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities and Skills

  • Software Development: Actively contribute to the entire software development lifecycle, designing, testing, and developing robust, scalable solutions using Python.
  • Problem Solving & Optimisation: Leverage strong analytical skills to diagnose complex technical challenges, propose effective solutions, and optimize system performance within the platform ecosystem.
  • System Integration: Implement and maintain seamless integrations between the platform and various internal and external systems.
  • Continuous Improvement: Drive optimization and enhancement initiatives for existing systems to ensure the platform remains innovative and competitive.
  • Quality & Standards: Uphold coding standards, performance benchmarks, and security protocols in all development work.
  • Agile Development: Engage in Agile methodologies to support efficient, collaborative, and continuous delivery cycles.
  • Innovation: Demonstrate enthusiasm for exploring and applying new technologies, particularly in Artificial Intelligence, to enhance platform capabilities.

Not Required, but Beneficial

  • Proven experience in product development within a FinTech SaaS environment.

Requirements

  • Passion for solving complex problems in a collaborative, fast-paced financial markets environment, with a focus on streamlining intricate processes.
  • Strong analytical and reasoning skills, with the ability to visualize and address complex technical processes and outcomes.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • 2-4 years of experience in a Software Engineering role, with significant hands-on Python development.
  • Demonstrated ability to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions with strong analytical skills.
  • Proficiency in documenting proposed and existing solutions clearly and comprehensively.
  • Proven track record of delivering high-quality results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Strong desire to thrive in a product-build, startup-like environment within an established organization, embracing innovation and continuous learning.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a highly collaborative working style.
  • Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new and evolving technologies and environments.
  • Capability to manage multiple competing priorities with minimal supervision.
  • Experience in cloud computing and designing/implementing distributed applications.

Technology Stack

  • Python (primary focus)
  • Golang (or equivalent procedural languages like Rust, C, or Erlang)
  • NoSQL/Document databases (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, CouchDB)
  • JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Modern web frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue)
  • CI/CD tools and practices

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Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2507-355206
Salary:
Salary per: annum
Job Duration:
Job Start Date: 01/11/2025
Job Industries: Technology
Job Locations: Johannesburg
Job Types: Permanent

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