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Join Speechify as a Software Engineer specializing in Data Infrastructure & Acquisition in beautiful Cape Town, South Africa. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust data pipelines and acquisition systems that empower our applications. Your contributions will significantly enhance our ability to deliver high-quality services to our users.
Speechify is a leading text-to-speech technology company that transforms the way people interact with text. Based in Cape Town, we strive to create innovative solutions that make information accessible to everyone. Join us in our mission to empower users through advanced audio technology.
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💻 Are you an innovative Full Stack Software Engineer with 3–5 years of experience in crafting user-centric applications? Join us at Tripco, where you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and optimizing robust full-stack systems that power our leading travel platform. ⚙️ Your expertise will help us enhance our technology, leveraging artificial in…
takealot.com
Join Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a dynamic division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, as a Scala Software Engineer in South Africa. We are on a mission to revolutionize e-commerce logistics through innovative technology and operational excellence.Why Choose TFS?At TFS, we are dedicated to delivering over 30 million orders annually, empowering businesses, and contributing to economic growth across South Africa.Your Role:Design and optimize systems for managing both parcel and food deliveries across the country.Collaborate with business teams to streamline processes for enhanced delivery efficiency.Research and devise innovative solutions within the logistics sector.Engage in open-source platforms, adopting best practices in software development.Who We Are Looking For:We seek innovative and ambitious individuals eager to shape the future of e-commerce logistics. Join a culture where your unique qualities enhance our collective success.Why Join Us:Make a meaningful impact through logistics innovation.Work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment.Enjoy career growth in a space that values continuous improvement.Thrive in an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity.Help create sustainable and scalable solutions that transform South Africa's e-commerce landscape.Be part of a team that is integral to Takealot Group's delivery network, embracing microservices architecture and tackling unique logistical challenges.This position reports to the Software Engineering Manager (Logistics).
Role Mission Join us as we cultivate a talented team of engineers dedicated to crafting top-notch code on a daily basis, while continuously enhancing their technical skills.If you are passionate about tackling complex technical challenges, eager to learn from exceptional colleagues, and enjoy diving deep into code — this role is for you.You won’t be working in isolation; instead, you will collaborate with a high-performing team, navigating dynamic client projects. This requires thoughtful collaboration, clear communication, and a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles for yourself and your teammates. We are looking for engineers who are inquisitive, eager to learn from their peers, and understand how to access the resources they need to deliver their best work.
Electrum
Join our dynamic team at Electrum as a Junior React Software Engineer where you will be part of an innovative environment dedicated to building high-quality software solutions. You will work closely with experienced developers to create and enhance web applications using React. This is a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or those early in their careers to gain hands-on experience and grow within a supportive team.
Join Electrum, a pioneering payment software technology company.Since our inception in 2012, we have been delivering trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software that optimizes financial transaction processing. Our extensive expertise has made us a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, empowering clients to provide services to millions of South Africans daily.At Electrum, we are committed to making an impact – focusing on designing solutions that truly matter, acting with urgency, and fostering continuous learning as we grow. We champion collaboration – working closely with our clients and teams to build meaningful, sustainable solutions. We prioritize safety and creativity – fostering open communication, encouraging smart risk-taking, and nurturing trust to cultivate creativity and alignment. Our culture is built on empowered, high-performing teams – hiring talented individuals, collaborating intensely, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness.As a member of the Electrum team, you will have the opportunity to:Engage in the complete journey — from the initial idea to the successful product launch.Enhance your skills through top-tier training and practical learning every day.Receive mentorship and support from industry experts who genuinely care about your success.Thrive in a dynamic and innovative environment where collaboration and creativity flourish.Address real-world customer challenges and witness the tangible impacts of your contributions.Discover numerous opportunities for career advancement and professional development.Acquire valuable experience in a leading FinTech setting, contributing to impactful projects.The OpportunityThe Junior Engineering Release Manager plays a crucial role in facilitating reliable, high-quality software releases. This position is responsible for coordinating the delivery process within the Engineering team, from planning to deployment, ensuring the quality of releases to stakeholders.This multi-faceted role encompasses the responsibilities of a Project Manager, Program Manager, and Scrum Master, with a key focus on the creation, planning, and execution of deliverables within the Engineering organization.We seek an individual with a natural talent for optimization, predictability, and a holistic perspective—someone who is always looking for better, scalable methods of working and understands how their daily contributions align with the strategic growth of both Engineering and Electrum.
DVT is a prominent software development company based in Cape Town, working with major clients in South Africa and internationally. The team delivers impactful software projects across a range of industries. This Senior .NET Developer role centers on building and integrating software using technologies such as Azure, Microservices or SOA, and .NET. The position offers the chance to work on enterprise-scale solutions and contribute directly to client success. What you will do Develop and maintain software solutions using .NET and related technologies Work on projects involving Azure, Microservices, and enterprise integration Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers on client-focused initiatives Growth and culture Participate in ongoing learning through internal training sessions Access to technical events such as DevConf and GDG, supported by DVT Be part of a culture that values knowledge sharing and professional development Requirements Strong experience with .NET development Interest in Azure, Microservices/SOA, and enterprise integration Motivation to help clients turn ideas into working software
Speechify’s mission is to remove reading barriers and open up learning for everyone. Our text-to-speech products serve over 50 million users, converting everything from PDFs and books to Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. The product lineup spans iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome, and web. Recognition includes Google’s Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. The team is fully remote, with about 200 people worldwide. Engineers and researchers join us from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Stanford, Stripe, Vercel, and more. The work culture values strong communication, initiative, and a drive to win. Leadership is open to anyone who demonstrates outstanding technical ability. Role Overview This Platform Software Engineer position is based in Cape Town, South Africa. The role centers on building and maintaining backend services that power Speechify’s products. These services include payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech features, and external APIs. The work involves shaping product direction, improving user experience, and supporting new product launches. The team moves quickly and values thoughtful product decisions. The company structure is flat, so engineers have the chance to take on leadership and influence technical direction. What You Will Do Design, develop, and maintain APIs, both public (such as TTS) and internal (covering payments, subscriptions, authentication, and consumption tracking), to meet business and scaling requirements. Oversee backend API systems, focusing on performance and maintainability. Contribute to B2B solutions, handling customization and integration for enterprise customers. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports product goals and user needs. Interview Process The process includes several technical interviews, typically completed within one week.
Join our dynamic team as a Senior Software Engineer, where you will play a crucial role in advancing web development within both the .NET and Python ecosystems. Your expertise will contribute significantly to the development of innovative machine learning solutions aimed at film forecasting, distribution negotiations, automated scheduling, and in-depth business analysis.Your Responsibilities:Leverage your extensive experience in Angular, C#, and Python to design, develop, and implement new features while enhancing and maintaining existing applications.Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers and fellow engineers, to create new functionalities, uphold quality standards, and ensure the security and responsiveness of applications.Maintain high standards of code integrity and development processes.
Electrum is a payment software technology company based in Cape Town, Western Cape. Since 2012, Electrum has delivered cloud-native, enterprise-grade solutions that help businesses process millions of financial transactions every day across South Africa. The team values creativity, trust, and high standards. Collaboration, continuous learning, and real impact shape the company culture. People here are encouraged to grow and contribute in meaningful ways. Role Overview The Java Software Engineer (Platform Track) will design and build reliable backend systems. This position offers the chance to deepen Java skills while exploring new technical areas. Areas for Skill Development Cloud Engineering: Work with cloud infrastructure automation and develop self-service environments. Reliability/SRE Engineering: Build observability tools and design resilient systems. What You Will Do Contribute to every stage of the product lifecycle, from initial concept through to launch. Take part in comprehensive training and learn through hands-on experience. Receive mentorship from experienced industry professionals. Work in an environment that values innovation and practical problem-solving. Tackle real-world challenges and see the direct results of your work. Pursue opportunities for career growth and expanding technical expertise. Location This role is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.
Takealot.com is at the forefront of e-commerce in South Africa, and we are seeking a skilled Senior Frontend Software Engineer specializing in JavaScript to elevate our customer-facing applications.Join a vibrant and rapidly growing team that values creativity, hard work, and integrity!Are you ready to face new challenges?Impact: Over 4 million satisfied customers shop on takealot.com and 2.7 million on Mr D. Show us your talents!Growth: Collaborate with top industry experts and enhance your skills swiftly.Career Advancement: Be a part of the expanding Takealot Group, where we prioritize internal promotions. This is your chance to grow!Who is in our tech community?This role reports directly to the Engineering Manager.Your mission, if you choose to accept it:Design, develop, and enhance innovative features.Identify and troubleshoot bugs and crashes.Collaborate on brainstorming sessions for new ideas and concepts.Engage with peers for design discussions, code reviews, and project estimations.Implement advanced front-end JavaScript coding with a focus on performance, maintainability, and testability.Create modules and components to build a cohesive and functional website.Work in close partnership with designers, QA Analysts, and back-end developers, integrating with APIs through standardized methods.
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in Cape Town, South Africa. You will play a crucial role in developing cutting-edge Windows and Desktop applications that enhance the user experience. If you are passionate about building innovative software solutions and have a knack for problem-solving, we want to hear from you!
Join our innovative team as an Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer specializing in Search, contributing your 3–5 years of experience in full-stack development of user-oriented products. Play a pivotal role in designing and optimizing full-stack systems that support a major travel platform. Utilize AI and automation to enhance development workflows and expand product functionalities. Collaborate with Product, Design, and Engineering teams from conception through to launch. Work from our V&A Waterfront office in Cape Town (hybrid model).Tripco is the parent company of LekkeSlaap, South Africa’s premier accommodation booking app celebrated for its user-centric design and outstanding customer service. Our commitment to innovation and exceptional service positions us at the forefront of travel technology.As an Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer with Tripco, you will be integral to a dynamic Product & Engineering team, developing and enhancing the technologies that drive our offerings. You will engage with the entire technology stack, crafting robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions that enrich the travel booking experience for millions. Your contributions will span from backend architecture to front-end performance, fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams to transform ideas into reality while ensuring our systems remain secure, efficient, and prepared for future challenges.In this role, you will also actively engage in leveraging AI-driven tools and automation to boost development efficiency, refine internal processes, and elevate product capabilities as industry demands evolve.Our Technology StackExperience our cutting-edge technology ecosystem, including:Core Stack: Backend - PHP (Laravel), Frontend - Twig/HTML/CSS/JavaScript (React), MySQL (MariaDB), Redis, and NginxAdditional Languages: Python, C++, and Rust for specialized microservicesAI, Data & Automation: Active integration of AI tools, automation, and data-driven solutions to enhance our internal systems and product capabilitiesInfrastructure: Containerized applications using HashiCorp’s Nomad, Consul, Vault, and Terraform in a self-managed multi-server environment.CI/CD: Utilize Docker and GitHub Actions for automated builds, testing, and deployments.Key ResponsibilitiesApplication Development: Design, build, test, and deploy scalable and maintainable web applications across the full stack.Performance & Security: Enhance system performance and enforce secure coding standards that protect customer data.Code Quality: Engage in peer code reviews to uphold high standards of maintainability, readability, and test coverage.Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
Impact is a global partnership marketing platform that connects brands with affiliates, influencers, content publishers, brand ambassadors, and customer advocates. Its integrated products, Performance (affiliate), Creator (influencer), and Advocate (customer referral), bring together different partner types in one solution. Over 5,000 brands, including Walmart, Uber, Shopify, Lenovo, L’Oréal, and Fanatics, use Impact to manage more than 225,000 partnerships. Role overview The Associate Software Engineer joins the GRAINE (Graduates And Interns in Engineering) Squad in Cape Town. This team is dedicated to building strong software development skills and gaining practical experience with technologies such as Java, Unit Testing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Spring. Early contributions to the codebase and learning the Impact platform are key parts of this role. What you will do Develop, test, and maintain software components for the Impact platform. Write unit, functional, and integration tests for your code. Collaborate with teammates through pair programming and individual coding tasks. Stay current with new technologies and apply improvements when suitable. Review and analyze business requirements, technical specifications, and documentation needs. Create and update design, user, and test documentation. Location This position is based in Cape Town.
Senior Full Stack Software Engineer Experience Required: 4+ Years Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa Working Hours: Flexibility to align with UK hours About Us: At Kerv South Africa, we are more than just a technology firm; we are pioneers driving innovation. Our team excels at transforming intricate challenges into intuitive digital solutions. Through a unique integration of Power Platform, DevSecOps, and advanced Software Engineering, we craft tailored business solutions that deliver exceptional value to our clients. As a proud member of the Kerv Group, a leading technology consultancy generating £112 million in revenue, we bring together a global network of over 700 professionals collaborating with more than 800 industry leaders. Join us in an environment that prioritizes people, where our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India are a testament to our outstanding work culture. Experience a wealth of opportunities in a collaborative atmosphere that values teamwork and innovation, guided by visionary architects in the industry. Key Responsibilities: Develop and enhance scalable full-stack web applications utilizing Next.js for the frontend and Node.js for the backend. Create user-centric interfaces that simplify complex business functions through elegant and responsive UI components. Design RESTful services using Node.js and TypeORM, ensuring robust data modeling and performance optimization. Write clean, modular code accompanied by comprehensive unit and integration tests, adhering to TDD principles with frameworks such as Jest and Supertest. Design and maintain infrastructure components using Docker Compose and Terraform, deploying solutions on AWS services (EC2, ECS, RDS, S3, etc.). Transform UI/UX wireframes into high-performance front-end code with a focus on accessibility. Produce technical documentation that is clear and concise using Domain-Driven Design (DDD). Collaborate effectively with Engineers, Product Managers, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure seamless delivery. Engage in code reviews, trunk-based development, continuous integration, and agile methodologies.
Role Overview Speechify is hiring an iOS Core Product Software Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa. This role focuses on building and improving iOS applications that help users get more from their experience. The position involves close collaboration with developers and designers to deliver features and solutions that matter to Speechify’s audience.
At MOO, we're on a mission to revolutionize the print industry since 2006. With more than 400 talented individuals on our team, we create a vast array of print and digital products tailored for businesses of all sizes, from industry giants like Google and AirBnB to local artisans showcasing their unique crafts.Our global headquarters is based in London, UK, with additional offices in Dagenham, Boston, East Providence, Denver, and now Cape Town, South Africa!The Forge team is dedicated to facilitating branded product launches through our extensive vendor network while enhancing our internal manufacturing processes. Our straightforward mission is to drive revenue growth at MOO by empowering our manufacturing team to produce high-quality products swiftly and efficiently.Working in an agile environment, we collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to manage the post-purchase experience—from the moment a customer checks out to when their custom-branded product is delivered to their doorstep. Our platform is pivotal in ensuring that every product launch is scalable, efficient, and beautifully executed.
talent-engine
Role overview talent-engine is seeking an Account Manager based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. This position centers on building lasting client relationships, ensuring client satisfaction, and supporting the growth of assigned accounts. Collaboration with teams throughout the company is essential to deliver solutions tailored to each client and to maintain a high standard of service. Main responsibilities Develop and strengthen connections with assigned clients Act as the primary contact for client questions and requests Spot opportunities to expand and grow existing accounts Track account performance and provide reports on key metrics Work with internal teams to address client needs and deliver effective solutions
System Canada Technologies
Join our dynamic team at System Canada Technologies as a Software Support Consultant. In this role, you will be pivotal in providing exceptional technical support to our clients, troubleshooting software issues, and ensuring seamless user experiences. Your expertise will help clients maximize the value of our software solutions.
Storyteq
Welcome to Storyteq! We are dedicated to empowering marketing and creative teams at leading brands to enhance their creative production and streamline marketing campaigns. Our innovative platform enables clients to optimize campaign workflows, automate creative processes using templates and AI, and launch captivating campaigns that reach the market swiftly. Since our inception in 2016, we have been on a mission to transform how creative assets are produced and utilized. We believe that while creativity is a process that requires time, the actual production of creative assets should be efficient. By leveraging technology, we aim to inspire creativity. Our core values—dreaming big, thinking differently, and fostering collaboration—are the driving force behind our commitment to customer satisfaction and problem-solving. Job OverviewAs a Senior Java Engineer at Storyteq, you will collaborate closely with a team of talented Engineers, Platform Engineers, and Product Owners to enhance our platform and deliver exceptional user experiences. Your responsibilities will include designing and implementing robust back-end services, mentoring junior engineers, and refining our technical architecture. We focus on achieving ambitious goals while maintaining a balanced approach to product and engineering roadmaps, ensuring our technology and products remain aligned and forward-moving. Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java back-end services and APIs within our Product & Engineering Teams.Lead and participate in code reviews to uphold exceptional standards of quality and maintainability.Mentor junior engineers, fostering their growth and development.Initiate and drive enhancements in our engineering processes, tools, and practices.Work closely with Product Owners and Platform Engineers to deliver scalable and reliable solutions.Key Requirements:5+ years of professional experience as a Java Engineer.Proficient in Java (11+) and the Spring Boot framework, with a strong ability to produce and maintain high-quality code.Comprehensive knowledge of design patterns, including creational, structural, behavioral, and architectural patterns.Extensive experience with distributed systems and various architectural styles, such as microservices, monolithic, event-driven, and serverless.Familiarity with cloud platforms, specifically GCP or AWS.Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles.Experience with cloud-native technologies, including messaging, container runtimes (e.g., Kubernetes), serverless solutions, cloud storage, and caching.Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and DevOps methodologies.A proactive, results-driven mindset with excellent problem-solving skills.
Pinewood.AI
Pinewood.AI is seeking a highly skilled Lead Software Developer to take a pivotal role in establishing our software development hub in Cape Town, South Africa. In this hands-on position, you will report directly to our UK team and play a critical role in building the technical framework of the new hub. Your collaboration with our Product and Engineering teams in Birmingham will be essential in delivering high-quality solutions.As a senior developer, you will lead a talented team of developers and engineers, making key technical decisions and guiding the team to produce scalable and high-quality solutions for the Pinewood Automotive Intelligence Platform, our enterprise-grade SaaS product utilized by automotive retailers and OEMs globally.This position is perfect for a technical leader who enjoys coding, mentoring others, and setting the bar for engineering excellence in a fresh and dynamic environment.
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