Principle Software Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES024545/RS

Date posted:

Monday, March 2, 2026

Location:

Stellenbosch, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A technology company is looking for an exceptional and passionate Software Engineer/Developer to join its dynamic
Application Software Team. The successful candidate will become part of an application software development team responsible for developing software for user applications.

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

Take a senior / lead 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (BSc) or Engineering (BSc Eng / BEng).

Required Skills and Experience:

3-5 years of relevant industry 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.

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