Python Developer – Cloud SaaS Platform

About the role

We are seeking a Python Developer to lead the strategic development of our cloud‑based SaaS platform, Linkage. You will be the first internal developer, working closely with an outsourced team and the CTO to enhance performance, add new business logic and reduce costs.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain Flask services deployed on AWS infrastructure.
• Collaborate with the outsourced Python and React developers to deliver new features and improvements.
• Integrate multiple data sources and databases, ensuring scalability and security.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging and performance optimisation.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of professional experience with Python and Flask, preferably on AWS.
• Strong understanding of threading limitations, multi‑process architecture and scalable application design.
• Experience with server‑side templating (e.g., Mako) and basic front‑end technologies.
• Proficiency in Agile methodologies and use of Jira.

Required skills

• Python, Flask
• AWS services (Fargate, ECS, RDS, Lambda)
• PostgreSQL, SQLAlchemy, Alembic
• boto3, JWT authentication
• Git, Serverless framework, Terraform, CloudFormation
• React, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent role with a competitive salary.
• Flexibility to work from our Johannesburg office or remotely.
• Opportunities for growth in a fast‑moving, hyper‑growth company.