R&D Software Development Engineer – Durban
Engineering and Technical ~ IT
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Role Overview
This is a hands-on management role sitting across R&D, software development, and operations.
You’ll take products from concept through to production — evaluating components, driving integration with software teams, designing repeatable processes, and making sure what gets built in the lab actually works in the field.
Key Responsibilities
R&D & Product Evaluation
- Assess new components for compatibility and performance within the Paysolutions ecosystem
- Define evaluation and approval pathways for new products
Systems Integration
- Work directly with software developers on hardware integration, testing, and fault-finding
- Own the integration lifecycle from concept to deployment
Process & Production
- Develop standardised procedures for installation, testing, validation, and documentation
- Design production workflows, QC systems, and sign-off processes
- Support R&D-to-production transitions and establish continuous improvement loops
Compliance & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct ongoing system and procedure reviews
- Identify operational gaps and implement corrective processes
- Ensure alignment with safety, regulatory, and internal quality standards
Field & Operations
- Engage with operations teams to surface real-world issues
- Translate field problems into R&D briefs and drive practical solutions
Team & Project Management
- Manage task allocation, workload, and delivery timelines within the software development function
- Report progress and issues to senior management
Requirements
- Degree or Diploma in Industrial Engineering or related field
- 5–10 years in product development/R&D, manufacturing or assembly, and systems integration
- Automotive experience advantageous
- Solid understanding of low-voltage systems, microcontrollers, and hardware-software integration
- Experience with process design, QC systems, and technical troubleshooting
- Lean / Six Sigma knowledge advantageous
Competencies
Systems thinker. Strong analytical ability. Comfortable bridging engineering, software, and operations. Detail-oriented. Clear communicator. Self-driven.
