Intermediate C++ Backend Engineer (Contract) – In Office – Centurion / Johannesburg at Datafin Recruitment

ENVIRONMENT:

• A leading Security Solutions provider is seeking an Intermediate C++ Backend Engineer to join its technology team. This role focuses on the design, development, and maintenance of high-performance backend applications responsible for processing large volumes of real-time data.
• Working within a collaborative engineering environment, you will contribute to scalable, reliable, and efficient software solutions while supporting critical business systems and data processing platforms. Exposure to embedded systems development would be advantageous but is not essential.
• The ideal candidate will have strong C++ development experience, solid SQL skills, and a passion for building robust backend systems capable of handling high-throughput workloads.

DUTIES:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance backend applications using C++.
• Design and implement scalable, high-performance software solutions.
• Analyse technical requirements and translate them into functional software components.
• Develop and optimise SQL queries, stored procedures, and database interactions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, bottlenecks, and performance issues.
• Participate in system architecture discussions and technical design decisions.
• Contribute to the development of reliable, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, and business stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Support deployment, monitoring, and ongoing maintenance of software applications.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation.
• Contribute to embedded engineering initiatives where required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in software development.
• Strong commercial experience developing applications in C++.
• Experience developing backend or systems-level applications.
• Strong SQL and relational database experience.
• Experience troubleshooting, debugging, and optimising software applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative development environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field advantageous.
• Must be authorised to work in South Africa.

Essential Technical Skills:

• C++
• SQL
• Highly Advantageous:
• RabbitMQ
• Apache Kafka
• Multi-threaded application development
• C#
• Microsoft Azure
• Team Foundation Server (TFS)
• Experience working with real-time data processing systems
• Experience in embedded systems development

ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach to problem solving.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing technical and business requirements.
• Effective team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Results-driven with a focus on delivering reliable software solutions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.