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Support Software Engineer

Rubicon  •  Cape Town, ZA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

We are looking for a driven and skilled Support Software Engineer to join our growing engineering team. As a key contributor, you will help maintain and enhance our existing products while developing scalable, high-performance software solutions. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams—including product, and engineering—to build reliable and efficient applications. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and a passion for continuous learning.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development

Design, build, and maintain high-quality software applications, taking ownership of the full development lifecycle—planning, coding, testing, and deployment.

Data processing

Ensure data is processed, formatted, and optimized for compatibility with monitoring systems.

Collaboration

Work closely with the product manager, and engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Tooling

Develop tools to streamline workflows to reduce manual intervention and reporting for engineering teams.

Code Quality & Best Practices

Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

Troubleshooting & Optimization

Debug and resolve software issues, optimize performance, and enhance scalability and security.

Security & Compliance

Implement robust security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Testing & Automation

Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure software reliability.

Documentation

Maintain clear and up-to-date technical documentation.

Continuous Learning

Stay updated with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
  • 2-5 years of hands-on software development experience.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, JavaScript, SQL.
  • Advanced computer skills (Excel, data analysis, etc)

Preferred

  • Experience with modern frameworks, relational databases (MySQL), and version control (Git).
  • Proficiency with containerization and orchestration in Docker.
  • Familiarity with microservice architecture and serverless computing



Key Skills:

Problem Solving - self starter who takes initiative

Accountable - own up to mistakes and strive for continuous improvement

Adaptable - be flexible and able to adjust quickly as priorities change

Collaborative - works well in a team and enjoys cross-functional interaction

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About Rubicon

Rubicon provides world-class products and expert services in lighting, energy, and electric vehicle charging. We provide end-to-end solutions that include system design, engineering support, supplying products, software integration, and technical implementation. Our portfolio covers high quality lighting solutions, grid-tied and off-grid solar systems, smart energy management solutions, industrial-grade backup power systems, and EV charging infrastructure – powered by local and global brands. With a strong focus on excellent customer service, technical expertise, and long-term performance, Rubicon simplifies the transition to cleaner, more efficient technologies.

Industry
Manufacturing & Production
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Cape Town, ZA
Year Founded
1986
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