Python Developer (Django) Johannesburg North
Network IT · Johannesburg North, Gauteng
Overview
A leading data and analytics company in Johannesburg North is looking for a Python Developer with strong Django skills and at least 5 years experience. You will work on both client side and server side web development, building secure, high quality software solutions. This is a permanent full time role for someone who enjoys the full development lifecycle and wants to grow within a dynamic IT team.
About the role
Join a dynamic team at a leading provider of data, analytics, and software solutions based in Johannesburg North. As a Python Developer, you will contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from gathering requirements and designing solutions to development, testing, deployment, and production support.
You will work on both front end and back end web development, using Python, Django, and relational databases like PostgreSQL. The role also involves front end technologies such as HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, as well as LaTeX. You will apply a business focused approach to development, identifying opportunities to enhance products, processes, and user experiences.
Expect to develop and maintain solutions that securely handle sensitive and confidential data, while leveraging modern technologies to improve application functionality, scalability, and performance. You will also adhere to and continuously improve development standards and best practices.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field
- Minimum 5 years of Python and Django experience
- Experience working with relational databases, preferably PostgreSQL
- Front end web technologies: HTML, JavaScript, and CSS
- Experience with LaTeX
Responsibilities
- Contribute throughout the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and solution design to development, testing, deployment, and ongoing production support
- Apply a business focused approach to development by identifying opportunities to enhance products, processes, and user experiences
- Adhere to and continuously improve development standards, methodologies, and best practices
- Develop and maintain solutions that securely handle sensitive and confidential data
- Leverage modern technologies and tools to enhance application functionality, scalability, and performance
- Join a dynamic team focused on delivering innovative, high quality software solutions
Job details
- Organisation
- Network IT
- Location
- Johannesburg North, Gauteng
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Senior (5+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- IT & Software Development
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
As a Python Developer with 5 years of experience, you will want to highlight your Django projects and database work on your CV. Make sure your portfolio or GitHub shows real examples of full stack work, especially anything involving PostgreSQL and front end technologies. Network IT is a recruitment agency, so be prepared for a screening interview focused on your technical skills and past projects. Emphasise your ability to work across the full development lifecycle and your experience with secure data handling. Good luck!
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