Software Developer Contractor

Job in Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Listing for: Belay Talent Solutions

Contract position
Listed on 2026-06-14

Job specializations:

Software Development
Backend Developer, Unix/Linux

Software Developer Contractor (Midrand – On-site)

Overview:
Our client is seeking a hands‑on Software Developer to maintain and enhance legacy systems while supporting modernisation in a high‑pressure operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop new features and system enhancements
Maintain and stabilise legacy systems
Troubleshoot production and critical issues
Support real‑time operational systems
Ensure security and data protection compliance
Collaborate across business, ops, and IT
Contribute to technical and architectural improvements

Core Skills (Mandatory):

C++ (strong proficiency)
SQL & Oracle RDBMS
Linux/Unix
Secure coding (OWASP, input validation, access control)
Oracle Pro
* C

Requirements:

3+ years development experience
Degree/Diploma advantageous
Proven delivery of production‑ready solutions
On‑site in Midrand (full‑time, NDA required)

Advantageous:

React / Next.js, Go, PHP
Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Rule‑based systems, large datasets, batch processing
Real‑time / 24/7 environments (e.g. logistics, transport, workforce planning)

Competencies:

Strong problem‑solving and ownership
Works under pressure
Adaptable, resilient, detail‑oriented
Able to work with complex, legacy codebases and incremental changes

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