Consulting / Principal Software Engineer

Reed Technology; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to provide technical support, manage complex development activities, and mentor junior developers. This role requires over 10 years of experience in software engineering, proficiency in languages like Java and SQL, and strong budgeting skills. Ideal candidates should be adept at data modeling and have strong interpersonal abilities. Competitive compensation and inclusive workplace practices are assured.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Software Engineering experience is required.
• An advanced degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for external technology resources.
• Provide design input across a product.
• Work directly with customers and end users.
• Mentor lead software developers interested in consultancy.

Skills

Software Engineering experience

Agile methodologies

Data modeling and manipulation

Expert knowledge in coding languages

Interpersonal skills

Budgeting and finance skills

Development methodologies and optimization

Education

BS in Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Java / J2EE

JavaScript

SQL

UNIX

C / C++

Job description

Overview

This position provides assistance and input to management, develops and leads large multifunctional development activities, solves complex technical problems, writes complex code for computer systems, and serves as a senior source of expertise. The role may also provide sizing or budget recommendations to management.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Software Engineering experience
• BS in Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent experience required; advanced degree preferred

Technical Skills

• Software development process expert in applicable methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
• Expertise in data modeling, design and manipulation, optimization, best practices, tuning, and leading industry trend knowledge
• Expertise in normalized / dimensional data modeling principles and their application to complex business needs
• Expertise in industry technology language development trends
• Expertise in test‑driven development and maintenance including techniques for applying best practices for overall project benefit
• Expert knowledge of multiple data storage subsystems
• Strong budgeting / finance skills
• Proven expertise in the use and development of applicable desktop tool sets
• Proven expert in partnering and leading internal and external technology resources in solving complex business needs
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong experience with various resource models such as Managed Services and/or Staff Augmentation
• Strong knowledge of industry best practices in external resource development
• Solid knowledge of architectural principles
• Strong proficiency with data manipulation language including optimization techniques
• Ability to design and work with complex data models
• Expertise in development languages including Java / J2EE, JavaScript, JSP, C / C++, HTML, XML, SQL, Windows, UNIX, and more

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for external technology resources
• Provide design input across a product
• Work directly with customers and end users
• Serve as acknowledged "go to" person on coding and technical issues
• Interface with other technical personnel or team members to finalize requirements
• Write and review portions of detailed specifications for the development of system components of moderate complexity
• Complete complex bug fixes
• Design and work with complex data models
• Mentor lead software developers interested in consultancy on development methodologies and optimization techniques
• All other duties as assigned

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