Software Engineer

• Build or enhance products in an iterative, fast-moving environment
• Bring state-of-the-art AI models to farming operations around the world
• Collaborate closely with the product team to understand users and prioritize desired features
• Deliver technology solving difficult agricultural problems
• Develop software influencing operational and agricultural decisions about physical crops
• Work with growers, packhouse managers, fruit exporters, and business decision makers
• Use Python with Django REST Framework for backend development
• Use React, TypeScript, and React Native for frontend development
• Work with modern machine learning technologies including Hugging Face and Vision Transformers
• Develop and maintain infrastructure on AWS using modern tooling

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience solving complex technical problems at tech and product-driven companies
• Practical experience building production software systems
• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline)
• Highly proactive and critical approach to problem solving
• Ability to work independently and take initiative from idea to execution
• Ability to move fast in loosely defined environments with competing priorities or deadlines
• Ability to balance technical exploration with practical delivery
• Proficiency in the stated technologies
• Some experience with relational databases
• Ambition and strong motivation to make an impact in AgTech
• Ability to work in-person with the team 3 days a week
• Permanent working rights in South Africa; visa sponsorship unavailable

Core Competencies

Proficient in developing and enhancing software solutions using Python, Django REST Framework, React, TypeScript, and React Native, with a strong focus on applying machine learning technologies in agricultural contexts. Demonstrates the ability to solve complex technical problems and deliver impactful solutions in fast-paced, iterative environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Python Development
• Django REST Framework
• React Application Development
• Machine Learning Technologies
• AWS Infrastructure Management

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Software Development
• Machine Learning
• Relational Databases
• Technical Problem Solving
• Production Software Systems

Soft Skills

• Proactive Problem Solving
• Independent Work
• Initiative
• Adaptability
• Collaboration

Industry Keywords

• AgTech
• Agricultural Technology
• Operational Decisions
• Product Development
• User Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

• AWS
• Hugging Face
• Vision Transformers
• React Native
• TypeScript

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