Mid-Level Python Developer

Mid-Level Python Developer job vacancy in Cape Town.

We’re looking for a capable software developer who enjoys building solid, reliable systems and wants to grow into a senior engineering role. You’ll work on meaningful product features, contribute to architectural decisions, and help maintain high engineering standards across the team.

This is a hands-on role for someone who writes clean code, values testing, and is comfortable working across backend systems and cloud infrastructure.

Salary: R40 000 – R70 000 plus per month.

Area: V&A Waterfront, Cape Town.

Type:
Hybrid – 3 to 4 days in office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build and maintain backend and frontend features
• Develop services and APIs using Python
• Build and maintain applications using Java Script
• Apply test-driven development to ensure code quality
• Work with AWS to deploy and manage systems
• Design and manage databases effectively
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues
• Collaborate with product and design teams to ship high-quality features
• Contribute to code reviews and continuous improvement of engineering standards

Requirements:

• 3 to 6 years of professional software development experience
• Degree in Commerce, Science or Engineering
• Strong academic record:
  • GPA above 70% from UCT, Stellenbosch, Wits or UP
  • GPA above 80% from other universities
• Strong experience with:
  • Java Script
  • Python
  • Test-Driven Development
  • AWS
  • Database design and management
• Experience building and maintaining production systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Based in Cape Town and able to work in office 3 to 4 days per week

If you’re ready to take the next step in your software development career and work on systems that matter, apply now and let’s build something great together.