667 Software Application jobs in South Africa

Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA
We're seeking a skilled and motivated Software Application Developer with deep expertise in SAP SuccessFactors, particularly in the Employee Central modules. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable HR technology solutions that align with business goals. This role requires strong technical acumen, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for optimizing employee experience through digital innovation.

Key Responsibilities:
Design:
Translate complex business requirements into detailed system designs for SAP SuccessFactors. Develop architecture diagrams and lead proof-of-concept efforts to validate technical solutions.

Configuration:
Configure and customize SuccessFactors modules, including business rules, workflows, templates, and permissions. Ensure solutions meet functional and compliance requirements through detailed technical specifications.

Automation:
Design and implement CI/CD pipelines to automate software build, test, and deployment processes. Develop scripts and integrations to streamline data exchange and improve operational efficiency.

Test:
Prepare and execute test cases, support integration and user acceptance testing, and resolve defects. Ensure system reliability and readiness through thorough documentation and review processes.

Project Management:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within scope. Manage project documentation, stakeholder communication, and contribute to deployment and post-implementation activities.

Innovation:
Continuously improve internal methodologies, tools, and processes. Explore new technologies and SuccessFactors capabilities to enhance system performance and user experience. Recommend and implement enhancements aligned with business goals.

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Deep functional and technical knowledge of the Employee Central, including configuration of templates, guidelines, eligibility rules, and story reports.
• Experience with Integration Center, APIs and SAP BTP, and CI/CD pipelines to automate data flows between SuccessFactors and other systems (e.g., payroll, finance)
• Ability to rapidly form and execute solutions to challenges.
• A collaborative mindset with a focus on cross-functional teamwork.
• Product-orientated experience for a holistic view of driving business outcomes.
• SAP Certified Associate - Implementation Consultant: SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central

Academic Qualifications and Certifications:

• SAP Certified Associate - Implementation Consultant: SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or related field.
• Relevant DevOps certification preferred.
• Relevant Agile related certification preferred.
• Relevant certification of cloud platforms and services, for example (but not limited to) AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Relevant certification of scripting and programming languages, for example (but not limited to) Bash, Python, Ruby.

Required experience:

• Seasoned experience deploying software solutions to clients in an outsourced or similar IT environment.
• Seasoned experience working in a multi-team environment across multiple geographies.
• Seasoned programming/development experience

Workplace type:
Remote Working

About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.

Third parties fraudulently posing as NTT DATA recruiters
NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers or candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may attempt to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters—whether in writing or by phone—in order to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will come from an

email address. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please
contact us
.

This is a remote position.

MCI Consultants are people who are:

About MCI

MCI is a dynamic Business Information Systems Consulting firm and an equal opportunity employer. Our clients operate in a range of industries including banking, financial services, manufacturing, fast moving consumer goods and recruitment throughout Africa and the Middle East. Our service offering includes project management, software implementation, product development across various platforms, and including e-commerce solutions.

We strive to be the best at what we do, and to achieve this we need people on our team who have commitment, drive, and a positive attitude that helps deliver winning results.

Role

MCI is looking for a Software Application Support Specialist to join our dynamic team to assist with ongoing maintenance of existing products and to participate in the development of new and enhanced products and solutions. This is a great opportunity to join an exciting company. This role is diverse, challenging, and interesting. 

Work closely with various team members to improve customer service skills, use and enhance support tools, learn effective troubleshooting techniques, and increase product knowledge. This role offers excellent career growth opportunities.

Activities will include:

• Providing application support to users: Answer, resolve, and log in-bound customer calls, identify issues, and provide suggestions and long-term resolutions;


• Investigate and analyse system issues to determine cause of issues and appropriate corrective action;


• Design and participate in the delivery of system developments and enhancements ensuring that changes are delivered to budget, timescales and specification and that divisional, quality and industry standards are met; 


• Provide system knowledge and consultancy for divisional and cross-divisional projects ensuring that business process requirements are met, and best practice is achieved; 


• Review and recommend continuous improvement of the systems and support processes; 


• Document technical information and processes for existing and newly developed functionality to provide suitable and up-to-date system support; 


• Maintain data quality and integrity within the system; 


• Provide clear, professional, informative and appropriate communication to colleagues, customers and suppliers; 


• Carry out system maintenance tasks and processes to agreed schedules. 

The successful candidate will utilise strong customer service, communication and problem-solving skills to deliver support services for business applications. The successful candidate will develop close links with staff and management at all levels across the business, and work with suppliers and internal teams. 

• Application Support experience; 


• Intermediate SQL expertise; 


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills at all levels of the business with technical and non-technical staff; 


• A desire to provide excellent customer service; 


• Strong problem solving and analytical skills;


• Experience of supporting and maintaining production systems in a customer facing support environment; 


• Ability to organize own workload and handle a number of tasks simultaneously; 


• Experience of database systems, reporting and query tools;


• Demonstrable level of technical aptitude.

Skills and Qualifications:

• A minimum 1st-year tertiary level in information systems or computer science;


• A minimum of 1st-year tertiary level in accounting;


• 2+ years’ experience and understanding of SQL fundamentals and ability to write complex SQL queries;


• 2+ years’ experience in MS Excel and VBA;


• Good, demonstrable general computing knowledge, including basic troubleshooting capability on the Microsoft Windows platform, an understanding of networking fundamentals, and familiarity with application installation;


• Excellent technical skills;


• Excellent problem-solving abilities;


• Excellent communication skills.

MCI Consultants are people who are:

• Ambitious team players, but can work independently;


• Courageous and passionate;


• Able to take on challenges with a sense of urgency;


• Focused, with a strong desire for self-improvement;


• Dynamic and progressive in their thinking;


• Ethical and responsible;


• Professional, trustworthy and keen.

Job Title:
Software Developer (Mid and Senior)

Salary:
R420,000 – R1,140,000 CTC per year

Area:
Cape Town

Type:
Onsite or Hybrid (3 days in office)

Shape the Future of Robotics and Automation

We're building applications that power robotics and automation used across industries like construction and mining - and we're growing our development team in Cape Town. Whether you're starting your career or ready to step into a leadership role, this is your chance to work on technology with a global footprint.

You'll be part of an engineering team that collaborates closely with colleagues in South Africa and the US, developing scalable systems that solve real-world challenges.

What you'll be doing

• Designing and building scalable applications using C# and .NET
• Developing performance-critical components in C++
• Building and maintaining Web APIs for seamless integration
• Working with RabbitMQ (or similar messaging systems) for communication
• Designing and optimising PostgreSQL databases
• Implementing secure authentication and authorisation with OAuth
• Contributing to 3D system development (visualisation and pipelines)
• Applying cybersecurity best practices
• Using Matlab for signal processing and pose estimation
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to test, troubleshoot, and deploy high-quality solutions

If you're senior, you'll also:

• Lead and mentor developers, guiding projects to successful delivery
• Contribute to architecture and design of high-performance systems
• Drive technical decisions and ensure best practices

What you'll bring

• A degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience with and C++ is required
• For mid-level: 3–5 years of coding experience and ability to work independently
• For seniors: 8+ years of coding experience plus proven leadership skills
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum (and Waterfall exposure is a bonus)
• Cloud platform knowledge (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Bonus skills: Kubernetes, 3D frameworks (OpenGL, Unity), DevSecOps practices
• Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset

Why join us?

Your code won't just sit in a repo - it will drive robotics and automation projects used worldwide. You'll grow your skills, work with advanced technologies, and be part of a team that's building the future.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and let's shape the future together.

Location:
Pretoria / Johannesburg, South Africa | Hybrid

About Us

At , we're on a mission to make quality supply chain optimisation accessible to businesses of all sizes through our cutting-edge optimisation software, business intelligence solutions, and consulting services. As a fast-growing startup, we're passionate about creating impactful solutions that improve how businesses operate.

Role Overview

We're looking for a driven and talented
Software Engineer (Full Stack)
to join us as a part of our growing team at This is an exciting opportunity to grow with us, learn quickly, and help deliver quality software and services to our customers. You'll work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain our cloud-based supply chain optimisation software.
• Collaborate with our Industrial Engineers to understand the needs of businesses in logistics and supply chain and convert these requirements into a robust cloud-based optimisation solution.
• Continuously evaluate and optimise our codebase to ensure the use of the best technologies and practices.

What We're Looking For

• A high level of curiosity and the ability to apply first principles thinking when tackling new challenges.
• Strong analytical skills with a comfort for iterative problem-solving.
• Experience in logistics and supply chain is beneficial but not essential.
• Experience working with geospatial data is beneficial but not essential.
• A strong sense of pride in delivering high-quality work.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 0 – 3 years' experience working as a developer.

The technologies you will work on:

• PostgreSQL
• Python / Django
• React / Javascript
• Github
• Azure

Your input on tech stack preferences is encouraged—we value technically sound decision-making

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing company where you can influence its direction.
• Solve complex, abstract problems that challenge you and allow for rapid learning.
• Work in a flexible, hybrid environment with opportunities to make a real impact.

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled Java Developer to join our team. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable software solutions. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will be responsible for writing clean, efficient, and testable code while contributing to system architecture and performance improvements.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve software defects.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Implement unit tests and contribute to automated testing strategies.
• Stay up to date with emerging Java technologies and frameworks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a Java Developer or Software Engineer.
• Strong understanding of Java SE/EE, object-oriented programming, and design patterns.
• Experience with Spring / Spring Boot frameworks.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture.
• Working knowledge of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server).
• Experience with version control systems (Git, Azure DevOps, or similar).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in an Agile development environment.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP).
• Familiarity with containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to frontend frameworks (Angular, React, or Vue) is a bonus.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work on impactful projects with a passionate team.
• Flexible working arrangements and a collaborative environment.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Company Description

AI Campus powers smarter government, modern business, and digital education across Africa through its flagship platform, AIC One. AIC One is a secure, cloud-based workspace that connects people, data, and systems to simplify operations, enhance compliance, and enable real-time decisions. The platform integrates AI-driven tools for areas such as hiring, onboarding, case management, automation, analytics, engagement, and education. From public institutions to private enterprises, AI Campus helps organizations work smarter and lead with confidence.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Software Engineer located in the City of Johannesburg. The Software Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software applications. Daily tasks include back-end web development, programming, and software development using object-oriented programming principles. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Proficiency in Back-End Web Development, Software Development, and Programming
• Strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience with AI-driven tools and platforms is a plus

We're looking for experienced software developers to join us

Who We Are

ChApp is a software development company servicing the aviation industry, building reliable software solutions to support operations and drive innovation. As we expand our client offerings, we are growing our development team to meet new challenges and opportunities.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role in Germiston, Gauteng, for an experienced software developer. The developer will be responsible for both front-end and back-end development tasks on using web application technologies. Day-to-day tasks primarily involve developing new modules and features to enhance the existing system, ensuring software stability, performance, and user-friendliness. The role also involves debugging and troubleshooting issues, optimising functionality, and ensuring that deliverables meet both technical and client requirements.

The developer will also be expected to manage tasks and deadlines effectively, contribute ideas for improvements, and work closely with other developers and stakeholders in a collaborative team environment to deliver high-quality solutions that support operations in the aviation industry.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work in a specialist aviation IT environment
• Small, collaborative team with space to grow your skills and responsibilities
• Exposure to full software development lifecycle

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of
  HTML, Bootstrap, JavaScript / jQuery, PHP, MySQL
• 2+ years experience
  working with the above technologies
• A good eye for
  frontend design and visuals
  (advantageous)
• Relevant qualification
  in software development (advantageous)

Candidate Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance and maintain
  full stack features
  , ensuring clean, efficient and user-friendly code
• Debug and troubleshoot
  issues effectively
• Manage tasks and time effectively
  in a time-contrained environment
• Close and frequent collaboration
  with team members to deliver high-quality solutions

We look forward to engaging with you

Company Description

PrimeThought Software Solutions empowers businesses across diverse sectors with innovative technology. Our mining software solutions including SurveyXL, MineModeller, and SpatialXL, address industry needs from exploration to production. Our Spatial Business Intelligence solutions help visualize data geospatially to uncover insights and make informed decisions. PrimeThought also bridges the gap between data providers and seekers. Our team combines technical skills with industry knowledge to solve complex problems through collaboration and innovation.

Role Description

This is freelance role, but could turn into a full-time position for a Software Engineer. The person does not need to be located in Johannesburg South Africa, but should be able to run on a similar time-zone to us, or be able to be available at the times when it is South Africa's day time work hours. The Software Engineer will be responsible for developing, designing, and maintaining software solutions. Day-to-day tasks will include programming, back-end web development, and object-oriented programming (OOP). The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with our technical team to innovate and solve complex problems.

Experience in

• .NET Programming using C#
• Web development using TypeScript and AZURE backend
• experience will be an advantage
• Spatial experience a good advantage
• C++ not essential but good advantage