Principal Software Engineer
- Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Permanent
- Full-time
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.
- 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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