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Senior Python Developer (Data Platforms)

How2Apply Talent Network

Somerset West, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 2 hours ago

Full-time IT & Software

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Job Description

You'll build and ship features that real users touch every day, for a logistics software company in Somerset West. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

You'll report in Somerset West. Relocation is not covered for this one. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

What you'll actually do

Design database tables and write efficient SQL queries
Review teammates' pull requests with useful comments
Join daily stand-ups and sprint planning
Build and consume REST or GraphQL APIs
Pair with junior developers to unblock them

What you need

Good SQL and understanding of relational databases
Commercial experience in at least one of PHP, C#, Java, Python or JavaScript
Solid Git habits: branches, pull requests and meaningful commit messages
Stable internet and a quiet workspace for remote days

Extra points for

Public GitHub portfolio or published app
Experience in regulated sectors such as banking or medical schemes
Docker and Kubernetes experience

On offer

Performance bonus
Hybrid or fully remote work
Laptop and data allowance

Applying, step by step

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Somerset West really suit you before you apply.
Keep copies of these ready to send: degree or diploma certificate plus link to your GitHub, GitLab or portfolio.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 9 working days.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Somerset West; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

How to stand out

Tidy your public repos before you apply; recruiters and tech leads really do open them.
For each job, name one thing you built and its impact, like "cut checkout load time by 40%".