About the job:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tThe CSIR has a vacancy for a\u00a0Software Engineer\u00a0in the Operational Intelligence Impact Area, within the Next Generation Enterprises and Institutions cluster. The incumbent should have a strong background in software engineering, data analysis, and client engagement.
\n\tThis role requires a proactive individual who can develop innovative software solutions, engage with clients, and drive business growth through technical expertise and strategic insight. This position is based in Pretoria or Stellenbosch and will report to the Research Group Leader.<\/p>\n
Key responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tDevelop and maintain digital solutions for clients in partnership with researchers and experts from cross disciplinary fields.
\n\tWrite clean, scalable, and efficient code, following industry best practices.
\n\tContribute technically on large and complex projects, using cutting-edge data, simulation, technology and innovative designs;
\n\tStay up-to-date with emerging technologies and incorporate them into new solutions;
\n\tPerform project management tasks such as project plan scoping, managing, controlling, and closing out, including time sheet management, procurement activities, ethical clearance applications
\n\tIdentify and pursue new business opportunities, develop strong client relationships, and contribute to marketing materials and sales strategies for geospatial products and services.<\/p>\n
Qualifications, skills and experience:<\/p>\n
A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, applied mathematics, statistics, data science, engineering or related fields with at least two years’ practical experience in the following:<\/p>\n
\tDesigning, development, implementation, and optimisation of software applications.
\n\tScientific programming and implementing different machine learning and deep learning models.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Must have knowledge and\/or experience with some of the following:\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tDevOps
\n\tTest automation, continuous integration, continuous delivery;
\n\tDocker;
\n\tPython;
\n\tJavaScript;
\n\tC++ and other programming languages
\n\tOpen GIS source software (e.g. Geoserver, QGIS),
\n\tArcGIS Products
\n\tMachine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and data analysis tools (e.g., Pandas, NumPy)
\n\tExperience should include engaging with clients and managing business relationships.<\/p>\n
Closing Date<\/p>\n
\t14\/04\/2026<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.csir.co.za ) or<\/p>\n
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