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My client, a nationally established group of companies, is looking to employ an energetic Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer with a relevant Degree, Course or Certifications to join their team!

The successful candidate will have experience in systems design, programming, and/or systems software development and support, with at least three (3) years of developer experience in AZURE, C#, .Net, and SQL.

In this position, you will perform analysis and programming duties in the development, implementation, and support of information systems, platforms, and applications.

• Experience in systems design, programming, and/or systems software development and support.
• At least 3 years of developer experience in AZURE, C#, .Net, and SQL.
• Understanding of modern architectural designs, such as Component-Based Architecture.
• Database design/administration experience (Design, implementation, modification).
• Ability to recognize and resolve system-related problems; work independently and make necessary decisions throughout the systems process within architectural guidelines.
• Relevant Degree, Course, or Certification .

• Apply first principles thinking, lateral thinking, and systems thinking to solve complex and impactful problems.
• Design, develop, document, analyze, create, test, and modify applications, programs, and integrations.
• Serve as a senior development resource on projects, using proven best coding practices.
• Experience in DevSecOps and Agile development methodologies.
• Assist with maintaining programming guidelines.
• Update job knowledge through educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and maintaining personal networks.

Company Description

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of 99,500 dedicated professionals. With over 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance, and sustainability.

We are looking for a passionate and skilled Software Developer/Engineer to join our dynamic Information Technology team. As a Software Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software applications that meet both client and internal needs. You will work on a range of projects, contribute to creating innovative solutions, and collaborate closely with cross-functional teams.

• Software Development : Design, develop, and deploy efficient and scalable software solutions in line with project requirements.
• Code Quality : Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborative Problem Solving : Work with developers, project managers, and QA teams to troubleshoot, test, and deploy applications.
• System Architecture : Assist in creating system architecture and design for new applications and features.
• Documentation : Write and maintain technical documentation for internal and external use.
• Continuous Improvement : Contribute to the improvement of the development process, tools, and methodologies.
• Maintain and Improve Applications : Debug, troubleshoot, and update existing applications to ensure functionality and optimization.
• Agile Methodology : Participate in Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, standups, retrospectives, and sprint reviews.
• Mentorship : Collaborate in knowledge-sharing activities within the team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

• • 5+ years of professional experience in software development.
  • Proven experience with preferred programming languages such as C# (.NET, .NET Core 8+) , SQL , and Java 8+ .
  • Experience with Python 3.9+ and Node.js 16+ .
  • Experience with mobile development frameworks such as Ionic and Flutter .
  • Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and software design principles.
  • Experience with web frameworks and RESTful API design.
  • Technical Skills :
    • Strong proficiency in back-end development using .NET and .NET Core .
    • Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases and query optimization (especially SQL ).
    • Familiarity with version control systems like Azure DevOps and Git.
    • Understanding of automated testing and debugging.
    • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines is a plus.
    • Experience in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Problem-Solving : Ability to identify, debug, and solve complex software issues independently and as part of a team.
  • Communication Skills : Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain technical concepts clearly.
  • Teamwork : Ability to collaborate effectively with other engineers and non-technical teams (e.g., Product, QA).
  • Attention to Detail : Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality software.

  • Preferred Skills (Optional):

  • Experience with microservices architecture .
  • Knowledge of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices .
  • Contributions to open-source projects or a portfolio of personal projects.

  • Personal Attributes:

  • Self-motivated with a passion for technology and learning.
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
  • A positive and proactive attitude, with the ability to adapt to change and new challenges.

  • Desire to grow and take on additional responsibilities over time.

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As a Software Engineer - Elixir developer at Rotate Digital, you will focus on continuing the development of our proprietary marketing clarity platform. The primary metric for success in this role will be delivering high-quality software updates on time.

Outcomes

Outcomes are tangible and measurable items that define success in this role

• Delivery of High-Quality Software on Time : You’ll be responsible for delivering software that meets specifications, is bug-free, and is completed within the agreed-upon timeframe
• System Performance and Reliability : Ensure that the systems and applications you develop are performant, reliable, and scalable, meeting the required uptime and performance metrics
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation : Constantly improve your codebase, tools, and processes to enhance software quality and innovation within the project
• Effective Collaboration and Communication : Work closely with the company President to ensure alignment and efficient workflow

Capabilities

These are the skills and competencies required to succeed in this rol e.

• Outbound Sales & Lead Generatio n: Strong ability to conduct cold outreach through multiple channels (phone, email, social media)
• Strong Problem-Solving Skill s: Ability to analyze complex problems, identify the root cause, and come up with effective solutions quickly. We work collaboratively, but you are expected to be able to work autonomously and not need hand-holding on non-critical issues.
• Effective Time Managemen t: This role will require you to think more deeply about the right problems much earlier in the development process so we can ship meaningful improvements on time. You will need to plan ahead so you can get critical feature work completed and deployed, while also handling one-off bugs or issues with the system.
• Clear Communicatio n: Communicate effectively with team members, articulating technical concepts to non-technical audiences when necessary. Written communication is a large part of our workflow in the asynchronous work environment. You will be responsible for taking on key feature or bug fix requests, managing these requests and their timelines in Asana, and following up with the team when changes are completed and deployed
• Code Review and Quality Assuranc e: Ensure high-quality code through rigorous code reviews, automated testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices.
• Documentatio n: Ability to create and maintain comprehensive documentation for code, APIs, and systems to ensure knowledge sharing and ease of maintenance in a remote and asynchronous team.
• Understanding of Systems Architectur e: You have a strong understanding of systems architecture and database design. You participate in preserving the quality of existing systems and creating sound architecture for new features and projects.

Duties & Responsibilities

These are the core activities performed daily, weekly, and monthly.

• Write and Review Co de: Develop new features, fix bugs, and conduct code reviews to ensure code quality and consistency.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Tea ms: Work closely with other departments to understand requirements, design solutions, and deliver high-quality software.
• Maintain and Improve Existing Syste ms: Regularly update and improve existing codebase, ensuring it is efficient, scalable, and secure.
• Participate in Planning Meeti ngs: You will participate in the process of working within a Shape Up Cycle and take ownership of the planning of future Cycles on a rotational basis.
• Write Automated Te sts: You will be responsible for writing automated tests for all features and bug fixes, complying with the project's code coverage threshold.
• Communicat ion: You proactively communicate with your team daily and have no problem managing time as a remote employee.

Compensation

Base: $2,400 to $,800 USD monthly salary

Annual pay raise increase based on tenure (8%)

How to Apply

Do you feel like you would love this role and excel in creating extreme value by being in this position? If so, here is how to apply:

• Use the link below to apply for the role on our Careers page
• You’ll hear from us if we want to move forward in the application process
• Any questions, just reach out.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology and Quality Assurance
• Industries Advertising Services and Marketing Services

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Job Type: Permanent

Region: North West

Location: Runcorn

Salary: Competitive

Posted: 23/07/2025

Recruiter: Phoenix Medical Supplies

Job Ref: kal-PHOENIXMedicalSuppliesLimited-44786-63737-en

Do you believe that community pharmacy has a vital role to play at the heart of the NHS? Do you want to join a team dedicated to providing thousands of bricks-and-mortar pharmacies with digital tools to compete with online-only alternatives?

If you are a Java or C# programmer with experience in building high-volume, high-performance, high-availability applications, this could be the opportunity for you. Join us to make your mark in a new and expanding team.

The PHOENIX Group is a leading pharmaceutical wholesaler and retailer in Europe, with its UK headquarters based in Runcorn, Cheshire. It supports a network of 14 distribution depots, over 500 retail community pharmacies, over 4,000 pharmacy members, and over 6,000 staff nationwide.

Phoenix Medical Supplies Limited is undergoing strategic change, with a focus on digital transformation. We have recently acquired a digital prescription platform, which is highly rated by customers. The long-term vision is to evolve this product into a comprehensive pharmacy and health app.

We are looking to add software engineers to our product team, which operates as an agile, multidisciplinary team focusing on quality. You will be involved in coding, platform building, architectural decisions, and process improvements. Strong interpersonal skills are essential for coaching and engaging with non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with Java / React / Spring Boot framework
• C# & .NET Framework
• Experience with AWS, CI/CD tooling & practices

While a combination of these skills is ideal, we encourage applicants with any of these experiences to apply.

This is a full-time role, primarily based at our UK headquarters in Runcorn, with flexible working and remote options. We offer a competitive package and look forward to your application.

Join us as we embark on our digital journey!

National Diploma / Higher Diploma or equivalent

Location

Travel

No Travel Required

Job Description

As a Mid-Level Software Engineer, you will be a pivotal member of our development team, bridging the gap between foundational development and strategic technical leadership. You will operate with increasing autonomy, tackling complex technical challenges and contributing significantly to the design, development, and delivery of our software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development Lifecycle:
• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance robust and scalable software applications and features across the full software development lifecycle.
• Implement efficient, high-quality, and maintainable code, strictly adhering to best practices and established coding standards.
• Actively participate in all phases of the SDLC, including software analysis, code analysis, requirements analysis, and the development of comprehensive software verification plans and quality assurance procedures.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and operational issues by analysing root causes and their impact on system performance and quality.
• Contribute to the architectural design and implementation of new features and capabilities, including scalable microservices and back-end components.
• Create and maintain clear, comprehensive technical documentation for all aspects of the development process, facilitating knowledge sharing and future maintenance.

Collaboration & Communication:
• Work effectively and seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including product managers, QA engineers, designers, and other developers, to define and refine project requirements.
• Communicate complex technical concepts and solutions clearly and concisely to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with users and stakeholders to understand information needs, analyze system flows, and investigate problem areas to ensure solutions meet actual needs.

Mentorship & Leadership:
• Assist and potentially mentor junior engineers, sharing technical knowledge, best practices, and providing guidance on project tasks or troubleshooting.
• Contribute to breaking down larger work sections into manageable tasks for junior colleagues, fostering their growth and development.
• Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement:
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies (e.g., cloud computing, AI/ML), and best practices through continuous learning and professional development.

Job Requirements

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant Diploma or Degree in Software Development or similar qualification from a recognised tertiary institution
• Minimum of 3years’ experience as a Software Engineer

Requirements:

Personal Attributes:

• Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to analyse complex requirements and devise innovative solutions.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly and listen actively to feedback.
• Excellent collaboration and teamwork abilities, fostering a positive and productive environment within cross-functional teams.
• High adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills, with a proven ability to deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
• Demonstrated empathy and self-awareness, contributing to positive interpersonal dynamics and professional growth.
• Proactive mindset, identifying areas for improvement and taking initiative to address them.

Closing Date

31/7/2025

Please note that as part of this application process you will be required to attach a copy of your CV (MS Word/PDF) as well as certified copies of your qualifications. Please ensure to attach your most updated versions of these documents as they will be used for shortlisting purposes.

SUMMARY :

B.Degree Computer / Software Engineering / Computer Science. At least 2 - 5 years experience. Knowledge of data lake and warehousing solutions. Experience with either Python, Java, C++, C#, SQL databases

POSITION INFO :

as well as Apache Kafka / NiFi / Spark / ActiveMQ / MQTT / Modbus / Rest API. Be involved with the developing, building and releasing of containerised services, and microservice architectures using Docker. Experience with big data analytics, structures, unstructures and semi-structure data management. Be responsible for the design, development, testing and documentation of new and legacy data ingestion, integration, processing and storage software to meet the requirements of an IoT platform solution. Gauteng based.

With a focus on .Net and Python, you'll join one of our skilled software engineering teams and play a key role in delivering the continued technical and functional quality, and excellence, of an artificial intelligence powered solution for film forecasting, distribution negotiation, automated scheduling, and business analysis.

The role

• Using your strong .Net experience, familiarity with Angular and Python, and your AI / Machine Learning exposure, you'll contribute to the design, development and implementation of new features, and the enhancement, and on-going maintenance, of existing applications
• Collaborating with squad members, other engineering teams, and the architecture and product teams, you'll design and implement new features and functionality, maintain quality, and ensure responsiveness and security of applications
• Producing and ensuring consistent code integrity and development, you'll also help to mentor and guide less experienced engineers

About you

You'll need robust back-end capabilities, and some AI / Machine Learning experience would be highly beneficial.

We're looking for proven experience with the following:

• C#, ASP.Net CORE, SQL Server
• Angular and Python (would be highly beneficial)
• API Integrations, Data Repositories
• Docker / Kubernetes / Octopus / Agile
• Microsoft Azure
• Advanced coding and problem-solving ability
• Strong team collaboration skills

This is a hybrid role which requires 1-2 days per week attendance in our Cape Town office.

We are currently only considering applicants with an existing right to work in South Africa, without the need for employer sponsorship, for this position.

About Vista

Vista Group is the global leader in providing technology solutions to the international film industry. With brands including Vista, Veezi, Movio, Numero, Maccs, Flicks and Powster, our expertise covers cinema management software; loyalty, moviegoer engagement and marketing; film distribution software; box office reporting; creative studio solutions; and movie, cinema and streaming content discovery.

With more than 700 crew based across six main offices, in New Zealand (Auckland headquarters), the USA, the UK, South Africa, the Netherlands, and Mexico, our people are our most important asset. Across the group brands our teams provide market-leading services to clients in more than 100 countries.

We are proud of our diversity and have placed a high priority on being an inclusive workplace that is reflective of our clients and communities. It is important to us to foster an environment that empowers people to realise their full potential. We aim to do ‘good things with good people’ and we’re proud to say that more than two decades on that’s exactly what we do every single day.

Shared Standards

Our Shared Standards act as a compass for how we work together and reflect the behaviours we value at Vista Group. The way in which each member of our crew embodies these Shared Standards is an indicator for performance and success, as it aligns with our vision and strategy.

One Crew

• We're a diverse team, in different places and functions, and we're at our best when we connect, help and collaborate

Shine a Light

• We communicate openly, we explain the why, and we ask when we don't understand. We don't leave people in the dark

Make it Happen

• We make good things happen as people and as teams through our focus on delivery

Chase Great

• We challenge ourselves and each other to keep improving

Benefits

You will be supported to continually learn and improve your tech skills, share knowledge and ideas in the team, and be part of a dynamic and open culture.

We have a range of benefits that include:

• Rest & Relax Fridays - Finish at lunch time on Friday but get paid for the full day
• Annual volunteer day
• Employee Rewards and Benefits with Perkbox
• Medical Insurance / Medical Aid
• Employee Assistance Programme Service
• Paid Sick leave
• 5 days bereavement leave per year
• On-Site Breakfast Bar

If you enjoy a challenge and working in a dynamic and collaborative team, you’ll love working at Vista.

We value inclusivity celebrate diversity and are committed to offering equal opportunity to our staff and candidates — regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religious, ethical beliefs or political opinion. This commitment is reflected in all our employment policies and procedures.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

• Develop systems to enhance business productivity, improve overall efficiencies, and maximize profitability.
• Develop new service offerings on ATM terminals and ensure maximum uptime of NCR Atleos ATMs, preventing transaction failures due to substandard technology.
• Conceptualize and develop technological innovations to position NCR Atleos.
• Write, modify, and improve current and new IT systems.
• Manage and enhance ATM monitoring software and systems.
• Observe, test, diagnose, and resolve software faults.
• Write, test, refine, and rewrite code as necessary.
• Evaluate and incorporate existing or new technologies into the business and product offerings.
• Collaborate with internal and external IT specialists.
• Provide regular training and technical support to users and IT personnel.
• Deliver software code and documentation pertinent to developed systems.
• Ensure backups and redundancy for all code and systems.
• Manage systems projects as needed.
• Optimize network configuration and improvements.
• Manage and improve system hardware, software, communications, and network infrastructure.
• Be available and on standby for production system issues.
• Respond promptly to urgent business issues.
• Proactively suggest process and system improvements.
• Serve as a technical expert for cost-efficient technology solutions in Networks and Payments ATM Systems.
• Suggest alternative technical solutions to meet client requirements more effectively and with longer lifespan.
• Implement industry best practices to achieve business excellence.

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• National Senior Certificate.
• Relevant IT degree (B.Eng, B.Sc) or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of ISO 8583 interchange message specification is beneficial.
• Development experience in C++, Python, or Golang is advantageous.
• Experience in web development with Django or JavaScript and database experience with MySQL is beneficial.
• At least 3 years of experience as an EFT/Switching developer is highly advantageous.
• Experience working independently and meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency in C programming language.

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong proactive attitude and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Responsibility, reliability, and systematic work approach with integrity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Structured approach to procedures and problem-solving.
• Highly organized with a strong work ethic.
• Creative thinking and innovation skills.
• Effective time management skills.