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Senior Software Developer

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Summary

Senior Software Developer for an unnamed client (recruited via Goldman Tech Resourcing) in Pretoria, doing backend and full-stack development with Java, NodeJS, TypeScript and/or Python, RESTful APIs and relational databases. A key focus is directing AI coding agents such as Claude Code, Codex or Cursor within the development workflow.

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Developer to contribute to backend and full-stack development within a modern engineering environment. The ideal candidate will have strong development expertise, excellent problem-solving abilities and experience incorporating AI coding agents into their development workflow.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and maintain robust software solutions.
  • Contribute to backend and full-stack development initiatives.
  • Work with modern technologies including Java, NodeJS, TypeScript and/or Python.
  • Effectively direct AI coding agents such as Claude Code, Codex or Cursor as part of the development lifecycle.
  • Develop and integrate RESTful APIs.
  • Troubleshoot complex software and technical issues.
  • Apply sound software engineering and version-control practices.
  • Work with relational databases to support application functionality.
  • Collaborate with development teams to deliver quality solutions.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and technical solutions.

Requirements

  • 8+ years' solid professional software development experience.
  • Strong backend and/or full-stack development experience.
  • Proven expertise in at least one of:
    • Java
    • NodeJS
    • TypeScript
    • Python
  • Experience using and directing AI coding agents within a software development workflow.
  • University degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Diligent, proactive and self-motivated approach.
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Advantageous Skills

  • Strong RESTful API development knowledge.
  • Git and version control experience.
  • Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL or other relational databases.

About Goldman Tech Resourcing

Goldman Tech Resourcing, TA Stand-Out Staffing, is one of South Africa's most agile recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in contract and permanent employment.

Our mission is to be the most respected Recruitment Company within the IT, Finance and Mining Sectors by:

  • Providing our clients with any number of quality candidates with the right technical skills and experience for a particular position.
  • Providing the candidates we choose to work with a number of attractive career opportunities in a short space of time.
  • Focusing on niche segments of market and knowing these segments intimately.

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