Principal Software Engineer (Group Fulfilment)

South Africa. Posted a month ago

The role

The Principal Software Engineer will develop and optimise systems to manage parcel and food delivery throughout South Africa. This role involves researching and defining solutions and working with the business to improve delivery processes.

What you will do

Developing and optimising systems to manage both parcel and food delivery throughout South Africa
Working with the business to improve processes to allow for more efficient deliveries
Researching and defining solutions
Working predominantly on open-source platforms
End-to-end ownership of solutions

Required qualifications

Solid communication skills
Proactive
Ability to adapt to change
Problem-solver
Solutions-oriented
Willing to learn as well as teach others
Degree in Computer Science or a similar qualification
10 years of experience in writing robust, efficient production code
Experience with SQL database systems
Experience with development in a Linux environment
Proficient in languages such as Java, Scala, Angular, Python, or C#
In the event that you do not have a Bachelor’s Degree or an Advanced Diploma, an equivalent experience requirement must be met

Nice to have

Open to diversifying language skill set

Benefits

Market-related, Total Remuneration Package
Mentorship programme
Naspers Tech Community & Online Learning
Free access to courses on MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera and more
Regular social events and out-of-office activities
Staff discount
Birthday leave
Mac or Windows, two monitors or one
Confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance
Free parking

Before you apply

Applicants from the previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference

About the company

Takealot.com is South Africa’s leading online retailer. The Group Fulfilment Engineering team is responsible for systems supporting the delivery network using microservices and event-driven architecture.