Engineer

Location

Gaborone, Botswana, Southern Africa

Job Type

Temporary, Full-Time

Primary Industry

Information Technology and Internet

Job Duties

• Design, develop, test and maintain web applications using Python and related technologies.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in line with best practises and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug and optimise existing applications to improve performance and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, offering constructive feedback to uphold code quality and maintainability.
• Contribute to technical documentation, including system designs and user guides.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends relevant to web development and software engineering.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and security standards throughout the development lifecycle.
• Support application deployment and integration within the IT infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology or a closely related discipline.

Experience

• Proven experience in software development, specialising in Python programming.
• Demonstrable experience in designing and building web applications using standard web technologies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced IT environment, preferably within the Information Technology and Internet sector.

Knowledge and Skills

• Proficiency in Python and its web frameworks.
• Strong knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with database systems and query languages.
• Ability to write efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication skills, able to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Basic understanding of software development methodologies and version control systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with additional programming languages or frameworks relevant to web development.
• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and deployment practises.
• Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure coding practises.
• Experience working in multinational or multicultural environments.

Working Conditions

• This role is based in an office environment in Gaborone, Botswana.
• Standard full-time hours are expected, with occasional flexibility to meet project deadlines or support deployments.
• The position is temporary, with duration dependent on project needs.
• Work involves regular use of computer equipment and extended periods of sitting.
• May require communication with remote teams across different time zones.

Contact information

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