Senior Lead Developer (C++, Rust Up to R1.6m Per Annum
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Software Development
Software Engineer, C++ Developer, Senior Developer, Software Architect
A technology-driven team built around innovation and engineering excellence is looking for an exceptional Senior Lead Developer with strong C++ and Rust expertise to join its high-performing technology team and work on sophisticated, high-impact software
This is a hands-on technical leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys writing great code, shaping architecture, mentoring engineers, and driving engineering excellence
If you are a senior C++ engineer with strong Rust expertise-or a systems engineer who thrives at the intersection of both languages-want love to hear from you
Technical Requirements:- Strong commercial experience developing software in
** C++**. - Strong commercial experience with
** Rust**. - Experience working with both modern and legacy codebases.
- Strong understanding of software architecture and design principles.
- Strong systems programming fundamentals.
- Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
- Experience developing production-grade, high-performance software.
- Strong understanding of memory management, concurrency and multi-threading.
- Experience working with Linux-based development environments.
- Strong understanding of software development best practices.
- Experience with Git and modern source-control practices.
- Ability to understand and work within complex existing systems.
Reference Number for this position is MAT
61499 which is a permanent position based in Claremont, Cape Town offering a cost to company salary of up to R1.6m per annum depending on experience and ability.
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