TL;DR - EP.07
A recent happy International Women's Day to all of our wonderful women readers! We're excited to share more about ElevateHer - our homegrown mentorship programme for women in Entelect - but more about that in the next edition.
EP.07 lineup:
STEP INTO THE WILD FOR THE 2025 ENTELECT CHALLENGE
The Entelect Challenge is our epic annual coding competition open to students, enthusiasts and pros.
Entrants compete for:
Mark your calendars for Friday, 14 March 2025 and keep watching our social pages for the theme reveal and full competition details.
THESE THREE THINGS: TECH NEWS
To help job seekers validate their technology proficiency to employers, Microsoft will expand its digital skills initiative over the next 12 months by paying for 50,000 people to be “Microsoft Certified” in high-demand skills like AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity Analysis and Cloud Solution Architecture.
The crypto market never closes, so it was fitting President Donald Trump made the announcement that he was going to reward the billionaires who funded his presidential run.
Launched in 2003,?Skype promised its users?unprecedented privacy, with calls “highly secure with end-to-end encryption."
THE STATE OF TECHNOLOGY - 2024 RETROSPECTIVES
The Entelect State of Technology report is generated by a company-wide survey focused on technology and how we work. The goal is to uncover trends in the work we do, the technology we use, and the processes involved in delivering world-class solutions.
We've observed some interesting changes in the popular languages we used in 2024 (Python is on the up and C# in the decline), as well as other shifts in the way we work.
LOOKING FOR A NEW CHALLENGE? EXPLORE OUR LATEST OPEN ROLES
Senior Java Engineer
As a Senior Java Engineer, you will develop world-class web and mobile applications, working with frontend technologies like Angular, React, and Vue. Dive into advanced DevOps practices through containerisation and continuous integration, utilising tools like Maven, Gradle, and cloud platforms such as Azure and AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and explore innovative technologies using relational and non-relational databases, including Oracle, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
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Senior Business Analyst
Are you a Business Analyst who thrives on bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions? Join Entelect as a Senior Business Analyst where you'll leverage your experience to shape innovative digital solutions for South Africa's leading organizations. Master the full spectrum of BA tools - from design thinking and BPMN to wireframing and API analysis - while working in a dynamic, agile environment.
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Senior Data Solutions Engineer
Passionate about turning data into actionable insights? Entelect is seeking a Senior Data Solutions Engineer to architect and implement cutting-edge data solutions using ML, AI, and advanced analytics. You'll work across cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) to design robust data pipelines, implement MLOps practices, and leverage the latest in AI including LLMs and cognitive services. Our tech stack includes Databricks, Apache Airflow, and various ML platforms, offering you the chance to work with South Africa's top organisations.
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Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
Entelect is seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer who can turn testing into an art form. You'll be crafting comprehensive test strategies, automating with cutting-edge frameworks, and ensuring flawless delivery of web and mobile applications for leading organisations. Beyond the technical parts – like working with Selenium, Katalon, and Azure DevOps – you'll enjoy twice-yearly salary increases, guaranteed bonuses, and continuous development opportunities. Plus, you'll join a community of innovation-driven professionals who are shaping the future of software quality.
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Human rights activist at Parliament of the Republic of South Africa
1 周Good action for South Africa our children need skills especially for basic computing .
Interesting insights on the Entelect Challenge and Microsoft's investment in South Africa, looking forward to seeing more updates on ElevateHer!
Azure Associate Developer | Cloud Engineer
1 周how does one enter the competition?