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Senior Software Developer (Signal Processing)
Listing reference: rrsys_000014
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 18 September 2026
Position summary
Industry: Engineering
Job category: Mathematics, Statistics and Informatics
Location: Stellenbosch
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
RRS
Introduction
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer specialising in Signal Processing to join our engineering team at Reutech Radar Systems. In this role, you will be at the forefront of innovation, designing and implementing sophisticated algorithms that define the performance of our world-class radar and sensing solutions. From enhancing detection capabilities to optimising real-time data throughput, your expertise will directly contribute to the safety and
success of our clients. If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of radar technology and thrive in a collaborative, highimpact environment, we invite you to help us shape the future of signal intelligence.
Job description
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Design, implement, and optimise software for highperformance
signal processing applications
• Develop, test, and maintain robust, low-latency network
communication protocols using high-speed TCP/UDP
• Drive system integration efforts, ensuring seamless interaction
between software modules, firmware, and hardware
components
• Apply advanced memory management techniques to ensure
the stability and efficiency of high-throughput applications
• Utilise version control systems to manage software baselines
and ensure clean, collaborative code development.
• Apply advanced mathematical models to solve complex
engineering and processing challenges
KEY GOALS:
• Successfully bridge the gap between advanced mathematics
and high-performance software execution
• Develop, optimise, and integrate complex signal processing
algorithms effectively into the broader system
• Take ownership of projects from concept to completion,
ensuring robust and efficient deployment within the multidisciplinary
team
INHERENT REQUIREMENTS:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics.
A Master's degree is highly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience in software
engineering or signal processing
• Full-time, on-site availability at the RRS offices in Stellenbosch
TECHNICAL STACK:
• Extremely proficient in C for performance-critical applications
• Solid programming, scripting, and simulation skills using Python and
MATLAB
• Deep understanding of memory management and system-level
optimisation
• Deep understanding of high-speed TCP/UDP communications and
network programming
• Strong working knowledge of modern source control systems
SPECIALISED KNOWLEDGE & ADVANTAGES:
• Exceptional strength in mathematics, particularly in areas relevant
to digital signal processing
• Practical knowledge and application of system integration
techniques
• Experience with parallel computing using NVIDIA CUDA is considered
a big advantage, as we recognise this as a highly valued and scarce
skill
• Previous experience or knowledge of radar signal processing is also
considered a significant advantage
COMPETENCIES:
• Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to take
projects from concept to completion
• Highly adaptable, capable of working efficiently both independently
and collaboratively within a specialised multi-disciplinary team
Minimum requirements
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Applied Mathematics.
A Master's degree is highly preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience in software
engineering or signal processing TECHNICAL STACK:
• Extremely proficient in C for performance-critical applications
• Solid programming, scripting, and simulation skills using Python and
MATLAB
• Deep understanding of memory management and system-level
optimisation
• Deep understanding of high-speed TCP/UDP communications and
network programming
• Strong working knowledge of modern source control systems
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