Senior Software Engineer (Cape Town)
OLX · Remote · Cape Town, South Africa · 1y ago
SeniorRemoteSoftware Engineering
WELCOME TO OLX
Software innovation is the driving force behind the success of Property24. We strive for outstanding user experiences on our websites, desktop, and mobile applications. We've created the leading property marketplaces in SA and Kenya, and are by no means finished. Join the tech-savvy team where quality, scale and performance are the foundations of our success.
We're always growing our products, so if you're one of SA's talented Software Developers, then you'd be a great addition to our team.
At OLX, we're building marketplace sustainable ecosystems that millions of people depend on every month – to buy and sell cars, find homes, land jobs, and trade secondhand goods. It's commerce that matters: safe, smart, and environmentally responsible.
We do this with courage to innovate, commitment to outcomes, collaboration across 50+ nationalities and 7 markets, and a customer-led approach that puts real people first. Add a desire to win – and you get a culture that's ambitious, fast-moving, and built on trust.
Our brands – AutoTrader, OLX, Otomoto, Property24, and more – are loved by millions. And we're backed by Prosus, one of the world's largest tech investors.
Join OLX and see how far you can go.
This role is open as remote for all candidates based in South Africa.
We are looking for someone who:
Likes building websites, backend systems or mobile applications. We are building a worldwide platform and need your help to succeed. If you are all about software development, performance, scale and user experience then come and be part of our dedicated and successful team.
Requirements:
- Minimum 5 years' experience with C#
- University or related Computer Science degree/diploma
- South African citizenship
Advantageous:
- Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, BootStrap, LESS etc)
- Microsoft Web Stack (MVC, C#, Razor, IIS, ASP.Net etc)
- Mobile Application Development (iOS, Mono, Android, Java etc)
- High performance/scale technologies (Caching, Load Balancing, Profiling, Indexing etc)
- Relational Databases (Microsoft SQL)
Does this sound like you?
- Good attention to detail
- Open to and willing to give critique
- Genuinely interested in coming up with the best solution
- Constantly learning about the things they are busy with and sharing with others
What we offer:
- Working with latest development tools
- Fast development environment
- No constant overtime to meet deadlines
- Guidance from and access to some very talented people
At Property24, we're passionate about creating the experiences for our users and customers that we'd love to have ourselves. So why not join our team.
Our employments equity goals will be taken into account in our selection process.
If we're blown away by your CV, we'll call you in for an interview.
We'll give you a warm welcome, a quick test to challenge your mind and a chat to weigh up your skills and personality - simple, right? If you get the job, be prepared for a pretty great adventure!
We look forward to meeting you.
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