Software Engineer; Scala

Overview

Join to apply for the Software Engineer (Scala) role at . Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Software Engineer (Scala) to join our team based in South Africa
. We are revolutionising e‑commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting‑edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth. This position reports to the Software Engineering Manager (Logistics). The role is located in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
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• Develop and optimise systems to manage both parcel and food delivery throughout South Africa
• Work with business stakeholders to improve processes, enabling more efficient deliveries
• Research and define solutions within the logistic domain
• Work predominantly on open‑source platforms
• Own solutions end‑to‑end, from design through to deployment and monitoring

• A suitable degree or similar qualification
• At least 3 years of experience writing robust, efficient production code
• Experience with SQL database systems
• Experience developing in a Linux environment
• Proficiency in a strongly typed language such as Scala, Java or C#
• Open to diversifying language skill set
• Advantageous experience with:
  • Scala
  • Play Framework
  • Akka Actors
  • React
  • PostgreSQL
  • MQTT & Kafka
  • Amazon Web Services
  • Graphite and Grafana
  • Git

• Solid communication skills
• Proactive
• Adaptability to change
• Problem‑solving mindset
• Solutions‑oriented
• Willingness to learn and to teach others

• The power is in your hands: a market‑related, total remuneration package with full flexibility
• No office silos – collaborate freely with teammates across the company
• Hybrid working model available, combining remote and office time
• Mentorship programme with senior engineering leaders
• Access to Naspers Tech Community, Online Learning and industry courses (MyAcademy, Udacity, Coursera, etc.)
• Regular social events and out‑of‑office activities (hikes, mini‑golf, etc.)
• Employee discounts on millions of products across 28 departments
• Birthday leave: all cake day, take a day off
• Right tools for your job – Mac or Windows, two monitors or one, latest tech
• Free parking at the office
• Full support: confidential counselling, legal support and financial guidance, free of charge
• Tech stack (daily work):
  React
  
  JS, Python, Scala, Kotlin, Swift, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes, machine learning technologies

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full‑time Job function:
Engineering and Information Technology Industries:
Retail

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.