Senior Software Engineer I, Johannesburg

About the Role

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be supported to grow and develop according to your aspirations. You will be part of a team with a variety of skills working in agile methodology. You will need to understand the business line challenges in order to propose and build adapted and innovative solutions in the context of a French business unit.

Responsibilities
 

Understanding critical issues and local business needsDeveloping new solutions and maintaining existing onesProposing ideas to improve tools and processesEnsuring production quality and sustainabilityIntervening in incident management and improving monitoring infrastructureCollaborating with cross-functional teamsWorking on Python backend and small Javascript front end projectsModernizing legacy components and processes

Requirements

Expertise in building and maintaining Java RESTful APIs, lambda and web services.XML orientedKnowledge of cloud platforms ecosystem like AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure (Serverless, Queuing systems, eventBus, container orchestration, workflows)Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK Stack.Strong understanding of database management systems like PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or DynamoDBAbility to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, data science and devopsCuriosity to work on Python backend and small Javascript front end projects (React, vueJS) for CMS purposes

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

Working for You

We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer
- Medical Aid
- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
- Study Leave