Software Developer (Platform Systems)

Software Developer (Platform Systems) Cape Town, WC, South AfricaAbout the JobRemote positionMinimum requirements:4+ years of Python experience; Django is a plusComfortability learning a bit of JavaScript, if you don't know it alreadyAbility to navigate the command lineStrong and demonstrated data modeling experience with attention to detailSQL familiarity; you can hand code moderately complex SQL queries, but only when neededExcellent communication skills, written and verbalAbility to write documentation clearly and concisely, and to communicate well with non-technical stakeholdersExperience crafting or working closely with Web/REST/GraphQL APIsUnderstanding of common application stacks (nginx, uwsgi, etc.)Knowledge of web standards; excitement about new technologiesResponsibilities: Learn all you can about our existing system and applicationsDesign, code, test, and maintain software applications and systemsDevelop software solutions that meet the needs of end-users and stakeholdersWrite clean, efficient, and maintainable codeDebug and troubleshoot software defects and performance issuesDevelop and implement comprehensive testing plans, including unit, integration, and system testingMaintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of code, processes, and project-related informationParticipate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peersStay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologiesOr refer someone