Senior Software Developer - Back-end

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Matric plus NQF Level 7 Qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or related field
• Advanced training in modern programming language (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript, .Net)
• Advanced certification in enterprise programming frameworks (e.g., .NET, Java EE) or cloud platforms
• ITIL Practitioner Certification
• Certification in Agile (Scrum Master, SAFe Practitioner)
• 6-8 years professional experience in software development
• Proven record of leading technical delivery within agile teams
• Expertise in cloud, APIs, and enterprise-scale integrations
• Advanced proficiency in coding, debugging, and testing
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD, automated testing, and DevOps integration
• Proven experience with agile development methods (SAFe, Scrum, or Kanban)
• Experience with microservices and containerisation
• Exposure to and working knowledge of enterprise architecture and system rationalisation
• Experience in omnichannel, CRM, or customer-facing systems

• Lead the design and delivery of complex technical solutions across multiple modules
• Ensure solutions are aligned to enterprise architecture and scalable for future needs
• Guide technical decisions on frameworks, tools, and integration approaches

Cross-Team Delivery and Collaboration:

• Coordinate with DevOps, Enterprise Systems Developers, and Flow Leads to ensure integrated delivery
• Support Product Owners and Business Analysts in translating business needs into technical deliverables
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration across delivery teams

Enhancements and Optimisation (GROW):

• Deliver significant system enhancements that improve business outcomes
• Refactor and optimise code to reduce technical debt and improve efficiency
• Drive the delivery of advanced system enhancements and feature development
• Identify and implement opportunities for process automation and optimisation
• Lead initiatives to reduce technical debt and improve performance

System Stability and RUN Oversight:

• Act as an escalation point for complex incidents and technical problems
• Ensure proactive monitoring and resilience of critical applications
• Lead incident reviews and ensure lessons learned are applied

Transformation and Modernisation (TRANSFORM):

• Contribute technical leadership to modernisation programmes such as cloud adoption and microservices
• Design and implement integration strategies to replace or rationalise legacy systems
• Champion adoption of new tools, methods, and frameworks to accelerate transformation

Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Work with analysts, testers, and business stakeholders to clarify requirements
• Translate business needs into technical solutions with minimal supervision
• Provide input into sprint planning, capacity estimation, and delivery timelines

Mentorship and Capability Building:

• Mentor and coach Level 1-3 developers to raise team capability
• Conduct technical workshops and peer sessions to embed best practices
• Conduct code reviews and give constructive feedback to improve quality
• Build technical succession pipelines through structured development plans

Governance, Compliance, and Security:

• Enforce secure coding standards and ensure solutions meet compliance and audit requirements
• Promote governance practices, ensuring accurate documentation and traceability
• Provide input into IT policies and standards related to application development