[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All CAPITEC jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/) · [Search jobs](/search/) CAPITEC · Stellenbosch, ZA # Software Engineer: Back-End II (Android / Payments) Stellenbosch, ZA Software Engineering Listed on CAPITEC’s official careers site. Listed as of October 19, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on CAPITEC’s careers site →](https://careers.capitecbank.co.za/job/Stellenbosch-Software-Engineer-Back-End-II-%28Android-Payments%29/1437424833/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [CAPITEC](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/) / Software Engineer: Back-End II (Android / Payments) ## Job description ### Apply by We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below: 1. To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here! 2. Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below. Purpose Statement As a level II Software Engineer in our Payments Technology team, you will play an integral part in a cross-functional team responsible for the full lifecycle of our card machine software, from concept and design, through development and testing, to deployment and ongoing operation in the field. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and enhance native Android applications running on POS devices, as well as the server-side components that power them, translating requirements from the business or technical analyst and actively participating with the delivery team in design and problem-solving. ### You will work across the full payments stack building the application in the merchant's hand, integrating directly with terminal hardware such as card readers, NFC and PIN pads, handling EMV and ISO 8583 messaging, and developing the back-end services that authorise, settle and report on every transaction. Reliability, performance and transaction integrity are non-negotiable, the code you write processes real money, in real time, at scale. Education (Minimum) Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational Education (Ideal or Preferred) A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology Knowledge and Experience Experience: 3+ years' proven experience in software development, project delivery and implementation, covering both native Android and back-end development Hands-on commercial experience building native Android applications in Java and/or Kotlin Practical experience with EMV protocol (contact and/or contactless) Working knowledge of ISO 8583 financial messaging Experience integrating hardware peripherals on Android — card readers, NFC, PIN pads — via AIDL / IPC Demonstrable experience building and maintaining server-side components, APIs and services that support transactional workloads Knowledge: Is able to apply advanced knowledge of the following: IT systems development processes (SDLC) Native Android application development and the Android SDK Advanced programming concepts Advanced algorithms and data structures Design Patterns Version Control Testing practices Database systems and query optimisation (e.g. SQL, NoSQL) RESTful API design and integration Cloud computing platforms and services (e.g. AWS, Azure) Advanced microservice and event-driven architectures Deployment using Kubernetes and containerisation Secure coding and transaction integrity within a payments environment Ideal: Additional experience with React Native or Ionic/Capacitor alongside native Android Exposure to PCI PTS / PA-DSS standards DUKPT or MK-SK key management Prior experience at a payment terminal vendor or fintech (e.g. PAX, Ingenico, Verifone, ECentric, Synthesis) ### Skills Analytical Skills Attention to Detail Communications Skills Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills Problem solving skills Additional Information Clear criminal and credit record Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 19, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 19, 2026 - Listed for: Under a day - Location: Stellenbosch, ZA[Apply on CAPITEC’s careers site →](https://careers.capitecbank.co.za/job/Stellenbosch-Software-Engineer-Back-End-II-%28Android-Payments%29/1437424833/) ## More jobs at CAPITEC ### [Senior Salesforce Developer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/jobs/790ff904e5e68115fb43/) Stellenbosch, ZA ### [Senior Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/jobs/23f414566dfd141e3838/) Stellenbosch, ZA ### [Senior Software Engineer (Fullstack)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/jobs/b37fe817bd96d8d4c348/) Stellenbosch, ZA ### [Software Development Manager](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/jobs/0c2a168b8ad1c91d3fc5/) Stellenbosch, ZA ### [Software Engineer: Front-End](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/capitec/jobs/28ce137a0d0a731e44dc/) Stellenbosch, ZA ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Software Engineer - Full Stack and Back End](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/citigroup/jobs/bdb712e6ea5642f22f6c/) Citigroup ### [Software Engineer III- AI- Back end Java or Python](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/bcbbe95714e4d5eb4f55/) JPMorganChase · GLASGOW, LANARKSHIRE, United Kingdom ### [Software Engineering (Back-End Developer BluViu)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cargill/jobs/effc98abdd5b79cbe730/) Cargill · Bengaluru, India ### [Lead Software Engineer - Dotnet Back End](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/societe-generale/jobs/bbc148b476179ed276f7/) Société Générale · Bangalore, India ### [Desarrolador Back End Java](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/ntt/jobs/e83dcdfd792eccbe77ea/) NTT · Quito, Ecuador OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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