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1

Position Overview

Openserve is recruiting a Senior Engineer: Development Laboratories to join its engineering team based in Centurion, Gauteng. This is a professional permanent opportunity designed for experienced software and engineering professionals who are passionate about designing, developing and delivering innovative digital and network-based solutions.


The successful candidate will play a key leadership role by driving software architecture, mentoring developers, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the development of scalable and secure software platforms within Openserve's Development Laboratories.

1

Position Overview

Openserve is recruiting a Senior Engineer: Development Laboratories to join its engineering team based in Centurion, Gauteng. This is a professional permanent opportunity designed for experienced software and engineering professionals who are passionate about designing, developing and delivering innovative digital and network-based solutions.


The successful candidate will play a key leadership role by driving software architecture, mentoring developers, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the development of scalable and secure software platforms within Openserve's Development Laboratories.

1

Position Overview

Openserve is recruiting a Senior Engineer: Development Laboratories to join its engineering team based in Centurion, Gauteng. This is a professional permanent opportunity designed for experienced software and engineering professionals who are passionate about designing, developing and delivering innovative digital and network-based solutions.


The successful candidate will play a key leadership role by driving software architecture, mentoring developers, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the development of scalable and secure software platforms within Openserve's Development Laboratories.

1

Position Overview

Openserve is recruiting a Senior Engineer: Development Laboratories to join its engineering team based in Centurion, Gauteng. This is a professional permanent opportunity designed for experienced software and engineering professionals who are passionate about designing, developing and delivering innovative digital and network-based solutions.


The successful candidate will play a key leadership role by driving software architecture, mentoring developers, solving complex engineering challenges, and contributing to the development of scalable and secure software platforms within Openserve's Development Laboratories.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • NQF Level 8 qualification (4-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering)

  • Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant engineering experience

  • Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Experience with Agile or iterative software development methodologies

  • Strong understanding of software architecture and object-oriented design

  • Knowledge of databases, systems integration and application development

  • Excellent analytical, communication and technical problem-solving skills

  • Ability to mentor software developers and lead technical projects


Advantageous:

  • ECSA Registration

  • Experience with OSS/BSS environments

  • Knowledge of network protocols, high-availability systems and secure software development


NB: Applicants should possess strong technical leadership abilities and be capable of delivering enterprise software solutions across complex technology environments.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • NQF Level 8 qualification (4-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering)

  • Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant engineering experience

  • Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Experience with Agile or iterative software development methodologies

  • Strong understanding of software architecture and object-oriented design

  • Knowledge of databases, systems integration and application development

  • Excellent analytical, communication and technical problem-solving skills

  • Ability to mentor software developers and lead technical projects


Advantageous:

  • ECSA Registration

  • Experience with OSS/BSS environments

  • Knowledge of network protocols, high-availability systems and secure software development


NB: Applicants should possess strong technical leadership abilities and be capable of delivering enterprise software solutions across complex technology environments.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • NQF Level 8 qualification (4-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering)

  • Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant engineering experience

  • Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Experience with Agile or iterative software development methodologies

  • Strong understanding of software architecture and object-oriented design

  • Knowledge of databases, systems integration and application development

  • Excellent analytical, communication and technical problem-solving skills

  • Ability to mentor software developers and lead technical projects


Advantageous:

  • ECSA Registration

  • Experience with OSS/BSS environments

  • Knowledge of network protocols, high-availability systems and secure software development


NB: Applicants should possess strong technical leadership abilities and be capable of delivering enterprise software solutions across complex technology environments.

2

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • NQF Level 8 qualification (4-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering)

  • Minimum of 3–5 years' relevant engineering experience

  • Strong knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Experience with Agile or iterative software development methodologies

  • Strong understanding of software architecture and object-oriented design

  • Knowledge of databases, systems integration and application development

  • Excellent analytical, communication and technical problem-solving skills

  • Ability to mentor software developers and lead technical projects


Advantageous:

  • ECSA Registration

  • Experience with OSS/BSS environments

  • Knowledge of network protocols, high-availability systems and secure software development


NB: Applicants should possess strong technical leadership abilities and be capable of delivering enterprise software solutions across complex technology environments.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Designing, developing and maintaining enterprise software solutions

  • Leading software architecture, technical design and system integration

  • Mentoring and guiding software development teams

  • Conducting code reviews and enforcing development best practices

  • Participating throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Collaborating with architects, analysts, testers and business stakeholders

  • Driving continuous improvement in development tools and engineering practices

  • Supporting software deployment, maintenance and production environments

  • Providing technical input for project planning, estimation and prioritisation

  • Ensuring software solutions meet security, scalability and performance requirements


Tip (Important Conditions): This role requires both strong technical expertise and leadership capability. Candidates should demonstrate experience delivering enterprise software solutions while mentoring development teams.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Designing, developing and maintaining enterprise software solutions

  • Leading software architecture, technical design and system integration

  • Mentoring and guiding software development teams

  • Conducting code reviews and enforcing development best practices

  • Participating throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Collaborating with architects, analysts, testers and business stakeholders

  • Driving continuous improvement in development tools and engineering practices

  • Supporting software deployment, maintenance and production environments

  • Providing technical input for project planning, estimation and prioritisation

  • Ensuring software solutions meet security, scalability and performance requirements


Tip (Important Conditions): This role requires both strong technical expertise and leadership capability. Candidates should demonstrate experience delivering enterprise software solutions while mentoring development teams.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Designing, developing and maintaining enterprise software solutions

  • Leading software architecture, technical design and system integration

  • Mentoring and guiding software development teams

  • Conducting code reviews and enforcing development best practices

  • Participating throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Collaborating with architects, analysts, testers and business stakeholders

  • Driving continuous improvement in development tools and engineering practices

  • Supporting software deployment, maintenance and production environments

  • Providing technical input for project planning, estimation and prioritisation

  • Ensuring software solutions meet security, scalability and performance requirements


Tip (Important Conditions): This role requires both strong technical expertise and leadership capability. Candidates should demonstrate experience delivering enterprise software solutions while mentoring development teams.

3

Key Responsibilities

Successful applicants will be responsible for:

  • Designing, developing and maintaining enterprise software solutions

  • Leading software architecture, technical design and system integration

  • Mentoring and guiding software development teams

  • Conducting code reviews and enforcing development best practices

  • Participating throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)

  • Collaborating with architects, analysts, testers and business stakeholders

  • Driving continuous improvement in development tools and engineering practices

  • Supporting software deployment, maintenance and production environments

  • Providing technical input for project planning, estimation and prioritisation

  • Ensuring software solutions meet security, scalability and performance requirements


Tip (Important Conditions): This role requires both strong technical expertise and leadership capability. Candidates should demonstrate experience delivering enterprise software solutions while mentoring development teams.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent employment with one of South Africa's leading telecommunications companies

  • Exposure to advanced software engineering and network technologies

  • Career growth into technical leadership roles

  • Opportunity to work on innovative digital transformation projects

  • Continuous professional learning and development


Tip: Applicants with experience in enterprise software architecture, systems integration and software leadership will be highly competitive for this opportunity.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent employment with one of South Africa's leading telecommunications companies

  • Exposure to advanced software engineering and network technologies

  • Career growth into technical leadership roles

  • Opportunity to work on innovative digital transformation projects

  • Continuous professional learning and development


Tip: Applicants with experience in enterprise software architecture, systems integration and software leadership will be highly competitive for this opportunity.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent employment with one of South Africa's leading telecommunications companies

  • Exposure to advanced software engineering and network technologies

  • Career growth into technical leadership roles

  • Opportunity to work on innovative digital transformation projects

  • Continuous professional learning and development


Tip: Applicants with experience in enterprise software architecture, systems integration and software leadership will be highly competitive for this opportunity.

4

What You Will Gain

Employees will benefit from:

  • Permanent employment with one of South Africa's leading telecommunications companies

  • Exposure to advanced software engineering and network technologies

  • Career growth into technical leadership roles

  • Opportunity to work on innovative digital transformation projects

  • Continuous professional learning and development


Tip: Applicants with experience in enterprise software architecture, systems integration and software leadership will be highly competitive for this opportunity.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Certified engineering qualification(s)

  • Certified South African ID

  • Professional registrations or certifications (if applicable)


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete employment history

  • Engineering projects and responsibilities

  • Software development technologies and programming experience

  • Leadership or mentoring experience

  • Professional references


  • Closing Date: Apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

  • Apply early — late applications may not be considered.

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where the application is completed online.


Tip: A detailed CV demonstrating enterprise software development, technical leadership and systems integration experience will significantly strengthen your application.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Certified engineering qualification(s)

  • Certified South African ID

  • Professional registrations or certifications (if applicable)


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete employment history

  • Engineering projects and responsibilities

  • Software development technologies and programming experience

  • Leadership or mentoring experience

  • Professional references


  • Closing Date: Apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

  • Apply early — late applications may not be considered.

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where the application is completed online.


Tip: A detailed CV demonstrating enterprise software development, technical leadership and systems integration experience will significantly strengthen your application.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Certified engineering qualification(s)

  • Certified South African ID

  • Professional registrations or certifications (if applicable)


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete employment history

  • Engineering projects and responsibilities

  • Software development technologies and programming experience

  • Leadership or mentoring experience

  • Professional references


  • Closing Date: Apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

  • Apply early — late applications may not be considered.

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where the application is completed online.


Tip: A detailed CV demonstrating enterprise software development, technical leadership and systems integration experience will significantly strengthen your application.

5

Application Process

How to Apply

Submit:

  • Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)

  • Certified engineering qualification(s)

  • Certified South African ID

  • Professional registrations or certifications (if applicable)


Ensure your CV includes:

  • Complete employment history

  • Engineering projects and responsibilities

  • Software development technologies and programming experience

  • Leadership or mentoring experience

  • Professional references


  • Closing Date: Apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

  • Apply early — late applications may not be considered.

  • Click the Apply Button — you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where the application is completed online.


Tip: A detailed CV demonstrating enterprise software development, technical leadership and systems integration experience will significantly strengthen your application.

6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need an NQF Level 8 Engineering qualification, such as a four-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering.

Who can apply?

Qualified engineering professionals with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in software engineering, systems development or related engineering fields.

Is experience required?

Yes. Candidates should have between 3 and 5 years of relevant engineering experience with strong software development and technical leadership capabilities.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button and you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where you can complete your online application. Make sure you apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role provides opportunities to grow into senior technical leadership, architecture, engineering management and enterprise technology positions within Openserve.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need an NQF Level 8 Engineering qualification, such as a four-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering.

Who can apply?

Qualified engineering professionals with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in software engineering, systems development or related engineering fields.

Is experience required?

Yes. Candidates should have between 3 and 5 years of relevant engineering experience with strong software development and technical leadership capabilities.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button and you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where you can complete your online application. Make sure you apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role provides opportunities to grow into senior technical leadership, architecture, engineering management and enterprise technology positions within Openserve.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need an NQF Level 8 Engineering qualification, such as a four-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering.

Who can apply?

Qualified engineering professionals with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in software engineering, systems development or related engineering fields.

Is experience required?

Yes. Candidates should have between 3 and 5 years of relevant engineering experience with strong software development and technical leadership capabilities.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button and you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where you can complete your online application. Make sure you apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role provides opportunities to grow into senior technical leadership, architecture, engineering management and enterprise technology positions within Openserve.


6

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions about this role? We've got answers.


What qualifications are required?

Applicants need an NQF Level 8 Engineering qualification, such as a four-year Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Engineering.

Who can apply?

Qualified engineering professionals with 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in software engineering, systems development or related engineering fields.

Is experience required?

Yes. Candidates should have between 3 and 5 years of relevant engineering experience with strong software development and technical leadership capabilities.

How do I apply?

Click the Apply Button and you will be redirected to the official Openserve Careers website where you can complete your online application. Make sure you apply before the end of July 2026 to avoid missing out!

Is there career growth?

Yes. This role provides opportunities to grow into senior technical leadership, architecture, engineering management and enterprise technology positions within Openserve.


7

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