Principal Software Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES022773/RS

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

SUMMARY:
We are looking for an exceptional and passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join a dynamic Application Software Team.

POSITION INFO:
The successful candidate will become part of an application software development team responsible for developing software for user applications. The company performs formal software development for highly reliable safety-critical and mission-critical systems.

Role and Responsibilities:
Includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Take a lead / specialist role in the development of application software, mainly for operator-facing, mission-critical software used in C2 and ISR systems.
Take ownership of features from requirements through to design, implementation, and testing for front-end and back-end development.
Research and understand new domains and technologies sufficiently to understand user requirements and implement features.
Assist with production efforts related to application software.
Play a major role in the generation of outputs for projects, including design, testing, documentation, production and verification artefacts.
Implement engineering processes, plans and policies as applicable to a specific project.
Perform minor support roles within the company, if required.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng / BEng).
Required Skills and Experience:
- Proficiency with one or more general-purpose programming languages: C++, Java, etc.
- Proficiency with one or more scripting languages: Python, Bash, PowerShell etc.
- Understanding of object-oriented design and common software patterns.
- Experience with collaboration using version control software such as Git, Subversion, or Perforce.
- Experience working in a team using Agile methods and/or issue tracking software such as Jira.
Recommended Skills and Experience:
- 5-10 years of relevant industry experience would be advantageous.

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