Senior Software Developer

Recruiter:

Headhunters

Job Ref:

4033160959

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Our client in the IT industry based in Cape Town is currently looking for a talented Senior Software Developer with 6+ years of coding experience.

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Main purpose of the position:

To develop, build and operate sophisticated large-scale transactional systems as well as leading and mentoring their development team.

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Experience and Skills set:

Our tech stack of choice is Python and Django
Knowledge in other object-orientated languages and MVC frameworks.
Exposure to GoLang will be advantageous.

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Key Performance Areas:

Writing software in line with industry standards and design patterns:

Guide and implement software and product design
Produce code of the highest quality
Produce code in line with project requirements
Implement and maintain appropriate security standards
Write and maintain unit and functional tests

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Debugging software for optimum functioning:

Reproducing and locate the source of reported bugs and issues
Fix bugs and issues
Communicate errors and solutions to product owners

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Maintaining software and related repositories and databases:

Manage source code and versioning
Manage to branch and pull requests

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Managing Projects:

Provide accurate estimates for new work and assessment for work completed
Manage projects task in line with project workflow
Identifying and suggesting functional improvements
Work with product owners to plan and execute project sprints
Maintaining detailed documentation for software components

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Leading and Mentoring:

Provide mentorship to peers and team members
Strategic thinking around database and architectural design
Participate in code reviews and contribute to the teamâ€™s continuous upskilling

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Keeping current with the development environment:

Maintain and improve skill set
Identify developmental needs and motivate for additional training

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Competencies:

Collaborative
Problem solver
Independent thinker
Organized
Professional
Knows how to manage stress when under pressure
Displays self awareness and leadership

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Please consider your application unsuccessful should you not receive a response within 2 weeks of applying.

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