Software Engineer - Code Understanding [IC2]

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Software Engineer - Code Understanding [IC2] in South Africa.

In this role, you will contribute to building advanced tools that help developers better understand, navigate, and interact with complex codebases at scale. Working within a highly collaborative and distributed product team, you will develop user-facing features that directly enhance the developer experience. You’ll engage across the full stack, from frontend interfaces to backend services, shaping products that are used daily by engineering teams worldwide. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies, including AI-assisted development and large-scale code intelligence systems. You’ll be encouraged to take ownership, contribute ideas, and grow your technical and product expertise in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment. If you enjoy solving complex problems and delivering impactful features, this role offers both challenge and reward.

Accountabilities

* Design, build, and maintain end-to-end features across the stack, including frontend interfaces, APIs, and backend services

* Collaborate with product and design teams to translate user needs and feedback into high-quality technical solutions

* Develop scalable, reliable, and maintainable code for applications handling large and complex datasets

* Contribute to improving developer experience through intuitive UI components and efficient system design

* Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high standards of software quality

* Work closely with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and deliver seamless product experiences

* Take ownership of features from concept to deployment, ensuring timely and effective delivery

Requirements

* 2-5 years of professional experience in software engineering with a full-stack focus

* Strong proficiency in Go and experience with concurrency and scalable systems

* Solid experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frameworks such as React (SvelteKit is a plus)

* Familiarity with GraphQL APIs and multi-service architectures

* Experience working with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred) and caching systems like Redis

* Knowledge of containerization tools such as Docker and familiarity with Kubernetes

* Comfortable working with CLI tools, scripting (bash), and Linux/macOS environments

* Ability to collaborate effectively with product and design teams in a distributed setup

* Strong problem-solving skills, autonomy, and a proactive mindset in fast-paced environments

* Good written and verbal communication skills in English

Benefits

* Competitive, above-market salary aligned with global benchmarks

* Equity participation to share in the company’s long-term success

* Fully remote work environment with flexible location options

* Opportunity to work on cutting-edge developer tools and AI-driven technologies

* Flexible work hours with partial overlap required with global teams

* Generous perks and benefits package supporting well-being and growth

* Collaborative, transparent, and high-performance team culture

* Continuous learning opportunities and career development support

How Jobgether Works

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

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