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Software Engineer (Insurance Core Systems)

How2Apply Talent Network

Cape Town CBD, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Full-time IT & Software

R46 000 – R68 000/month

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Job Description

Write clean code, review pull requests and fix what breaks at a software development house in Cape Town CBD. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

You'll report in Cape Town CBD. Relocation is not covered for this one.

What you'll actually do

Document how your features work for support and new developers
Handle personal data safely, with POPIA rules in mind
Write unit and integration tests before you merge
Deploy through a CI/CD pipeline on Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or GitLab
Pick up tickets from the sprint board and estimate the work

You'll need

Commercial experience in at least one of PHP, C#, Java, Python or JavaScript
Good SQL and understanding of relational databases
Solid Git habits: branches, pull requests and meaningful commit messages
Stable internet and a quiet workspace for remote days
Experience writing automated tests
You can explain technical choices to non-technical people

Nice if you have

Knowledge of secure coding and the OWASP Top 10
Docker and Kubernetes experience
Experience in regulated sectors such as banking or medical schemes

On offer

Medical aid and retirement fund
Paid certification exams and learning budget
Laptop and data allowance

How to apply

Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): link to your GitHub, GitLab or portfolio, list of projects with the tech stack you used on each plus degree or diploma certificate.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 9 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Cape Town CBD; 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.

Tips to get shortlisted

Start your CV with your stack in one line, such as "C#, .NET 8, SQL Server, Azure", then your years on it.
Expect a take-home or live coding test, so practise with a timer in the language you listed.