Junior Software Engineer

Posted:
9/7/2025, 4:30:25 PM

Location(s):
Gauteng, South Africa ⋅ Randburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Join Interfile and be part of South Africa’s leading Electronic Bill Presentment and Payment company. As a fintech innovator, we build and run some of the country’s largest e-services systems, delivering smart solutions to top financial institutions, corporates, and government departments.

You’ll work on large-scale systems and exciting projects used by millions. Enjoy a modern office near Monte Casino, complete with a certified gym, canteen, and great chill spaces.

Responsibilities:

  • Implement product designs by programming in a variety of languages and using a variety of technologies

  • Produce accurate effort estimates for large and small scale tasks, and work with Development Team Lead to track development progress and timelines

  • Complete software maintenance tasks assigned to the team – bug fixes, customer-driven feature development, etc.

  • Collaborate with the R&D team on development methodology, processes, and associated tools

  • Assist Support and Professional Services groups with design reviews and escalated issues

  • Working with QA, promote best practices to ensure a high level of quality within the team.

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in Java (JEE/SE)

  • Basic experience with relational databases (SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MariaDB)

  • Understanding of SOAP and RESTful web services

  • Familiarity with Git for version control

  • Ability to work independently and within a team

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

  • Good written and verbal communication skills

  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and tools