Software Developer (Python, Django) (JHB)

Recruiter: Datafin IT Recruitment

Job Ref: 213047

Date posted: Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY: POSITION INFO: ENVIRONMENT: A cutting-edge FinTech company has an exciting position for a go-getter & highly driven Software Developer to join its Joburg team. Your core role will be to participate in every stage of the development lifecycle, including feature conception, design, implementation, testing, rollout and making everything run smoothly and safely in production. You will also perform Quality Assurance checks and testing before launching to the live site. You will need a Degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering/IT or similar field with 4-5 years’ experience developing in a web framework and working with relational databases - preferably PostgreSQL. DUTIES:

• Participate in every stage of the development lifecycle, including feature conception, design, implementation, testing, rollout and making everything run smoothly and safely in production.
• Business mindset and are continuously thinking about new ways how to improve operations through effective and strategic development.
• Follow and improve practices at every stage of development.
• Tackle the challenges that come with processing highly sensitive data.
• Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve applications and optimize performance.
• Participate in conferences and educational programs.
• Ability to exchange knowledge and willingness to mentor team members in best practices, code quality and tech frameworks.
• Perform Quality Assurance checks and testing before launching to the live site. REQUIREMENTS:
• Strong academic background with a Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT or relevant discipline (unless a proven record of skills).
• A passionate Software Developer with 4-5 years’ experience developing in a web framework.
• Experience working with relational databases (preferably PostgreSQL). Advantageous –
• Python / Django
• Numerical libraries such as NumPy/Pandas
• Front end Web technologies such as HTML, JavaScript &CSS
• Version Control software such as Git
• LaTex
• Expertise in Cybersecurity
• Financial sector experience ATTRIBUTES:
• Great problem solver who takes pride in their work.
• A people person who is trustworthy and motivated.