Software Engineer; Logistics

Software Engineer (Logistics)

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS), a division of Takealot Online (RF) (Pty) Ltd, is looking for a highly talented Software Engineer to join our Logistics team based in South Africa
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Revolutionising e‑commerce logistics in South Africa with cutting‑edge technology and operational excellence. We deliver 30+ million orders annually, empowering businesses and driving economic growth.

• Purpose‑driven impact:
  Transform lives through logistics innovation
• Advanced technology:
  Work with cutting‑edge systems in a fast‑paced environment
• Career growth:
  Thrive in an agile space that champions continuous improvement
• Inclusive culture:
  Your unique perspective drives extraordinary results
• A culture that celebrates individual uniqueness while championing the strength of togetherness
• Be part of creating sustainable, scalable solutions that make a difference across South Africa's e‑commerce landscape

• Develop and optimise systems to manage both parcel and food delivery throughout South Africa
• Work with business to improve processes to allow for more efficient deliveries
• Research and define solutions within the logistic domain
• Work predominantly on open‑source platforms
• Take end‑to‑end ownership of solutions

• Solid communication skills
• Proactive
• Ability to adapt to change
• Problem‑solver
• Solutions‑oriented
• Willing to learn as well as teach others

• Scala
• Play Framework
• Angular
• Postgres
• Google Pub/Sub
• Cassandra DB
• Amazon Web Services
• Google Cloud
• Graphite and Grafana
• Git

• Degree in Computer Science or a similar qualification
• At least 3 years of experience in writing robust, efficient production code
• Experience with SQL database systems
• Experience with development in a Linux environment
• Proficient in languages such as Java, Scala, Angular, Python, or C#
• Open to diversifying language skill set
• In the event that you do not have a Bachelor's Degree or an Advanced Diploma, an equivalent experience requirement must be met

• Market‑related, total remuneration package with full flexibility
• No traditional office walls; hybrid working model available
• Mentorship programme and access to global learning resources
• Social events and out‑of‑office activities
• Staff discount across 28 departments
• Birthday leave
• Right tools, right job:
  Mac or Windows, dual monitors or single monitor setup
• Free counselling, legal support and financial guidance
• Tech stack for day‑to‑day:
  React
  
  JS, Python, Scala, Kotlin, Swift, Google Cloud, Kafka, Redis, Kubernetes, and all things machine learning
• Free parking

Takealot Fulfilment Solutions (TFS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants from previously disadvantaged groups and people with disabilities will be given preference.