Python Developer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

ITA005815/Jess

Date posted:

Friday, May 22, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive individual to join a dynamic, fast-growing start-up. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology, coding, and software development, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is committed to delivering high-quality results. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential for success in this role.

POSITION INFO:
This is an exciting opportunity to work on highly sensitive financial data, contribute to every stage of the development lifecycle, and make a real impact on a product used by organizations across industries.

Key Responsibilities:

Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including feature conception, design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Approach development with a business mindset, continuously identifying ways to enhance the platform’s functionality and efficiency.
Maintain and improve best practices across coding, testing, and deployment.
Tackle challenges associated with processing highly sensitive data.
Leverage cutting-edge technologies to optimize application performance and scalability.
Engage in conferences and educational programs to stay updated on industry trends.
Mentor team members on best practices, code quality, and technology frameworks.
Conduct quality assurance checks and testing prior to release.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Strong academic background with a Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or a related field.
Proven experience as a Web Developer with a passion for building high-quality software.
Proficiency in Python and Django.
Experience with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL.
Familiarity with numerical libraries, such as NumPy and Pandas.
Knowledge of front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Experience with version control systems, such as Git.
Experience with LaTeX.
Strong expertise in cybersecurity.
Prior experience in the financial sector is a plus.

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Jessica Roesch
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