Senior React Developer

BETSoftware; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Senior Software Developer specializing in REACT. This role involves designing and coding innovative applications, mentoring team members, and ensuring high-quality software solutions. Join us to drive technological advancements and foster a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience within a development environment.
• Detailed knowledge of the SDLC and management of software projects.

Responsibilities

• Design solutions using the most appropriate approved architectural pattern.
• Provide proactive support to peers and operational teams.
• Mentor and contribute to the growth of junior team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Job description

We Want You

We’re looking for Senior Software Developer. As a Senior REACT Developer, you’ll be at the heart of building cutting-edge software solutions. From designing and coding to testing and maintaining robust applications, you’ll drive innovation every step of the way. You’ll also be the go-to mentor, sharing your expertise and guiding your team to create impactful, high-quality products. Apply now! Let’s build amazing things together.

You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or similar field (advantageous)
• At least 5 years’ experience within a development environment
• Knowledge of design principles and fundamentals of architecture
• Demonstrated leadership/mentoring skills
• Detailed knowledge of the SDLC and management of software projects
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail

What You’ll Do:

Design Fit-for-Purpose Solutions & Algorithms & Planning

• Actively contribute to design and planning meetings, discussions and documentation.
• Design solutions using most appropriate approved architectural pattern.
• Ensure design patterns used are increasing the organizational levels of high-volume transactional performance, resilience, automation and innovation
• Ensure design meets best practices and are Test, DevOps and Support friendly
• Identify and establish objectives for self and team
• Set objectives/goals based on the team’s chosen software development methodology to successfully complete projects.
• Consider all reasonable factors, impediments and obstacles
• Identify potential alternative strategies and refactor approach for maximum benefit within the shortest possible time
• Formulate supporting plans and communicate with others in terms of dependencies and impact
• Publish plan to, peers and stakeholders through agreed methods

Respond to Outages & Failures

• Provide proactive support to Peers, Testing, Dev Support and Operational teams so number of escalations to the development team is reduced, thereby maximizing development time
• Provide support to the Dev Support when required during operational events and create or assist with the creation of SOP’s
• Be available to handle emergency outages and failures for your or your teams’ solutions
• Perform trouble shooting and effectively resolve issues to increase solution stability and reduce intervention required over time
• Recommend and execute approved improvements to development methods and solutions
• Provide quick resolutions to app/system issues, driving stability, efficiency and effectiveness
• Maintain solutions which have completed development and are in the operations phase
• Develop technical support documentation and where possible/necessary, maintain the documentation.
• Assess risk and impact of production issues/changes and take appropriate steps to mitigate risk

Coaching/Mentoring

• Provides guidance, training, and problem-solving assistance to other Team Members
• Mentors and contributes to the growth of junior and intermediate Team Members
• Designs and delivers end-user training and training materials

Living the Spirit

• Take the initiative in your work, propose new ideas, and seek opportunities for improvement
• Be willing to step up and take responsibility for challenges and projects.
• Approach your work with enthusiasm and a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate your dedication to the brand and its goals by going the extra mile
• The digital landscape is constantly evolving. Be open to change, adapt to new technologies and trends, and view each day as a chance to explore and learn.
• Be willing to try new and innovative strategies, even if they involve some level of risk. This can lead to exciting discoveries and successes in your marketing efforts.
• Encourage genuine and authentic communication in your marketing strategies. Reflect the unique personality and values of BET and allow your team members to express themselves in their work.
• Promote a workplace culture that embraces diversity and encourages everyone to be themselves without fear of judgment. This can foster creativity and innovation.
• Foster a collaborative work environment where team members work together toward common goals. Encourage open communication, active listening, and mutual support.
• Recognize and appreciate the contributions of each team member. Celebrate individual and collective achievements to strengthen team cohesion.
• Reinforce these values by integrating them into your digital strategy:
• Ensure that your digital marketing campaigns and content reflect these values and resonate with BETs target audience.
• Create opportunities for team members to provide input and share their ideas in the digital strategy development process.
• Measure and track your progress in living these values and use feedback to continually improve.

The Company We Keep

At BET Software, we don't just recruit talent, we cultivate it. Our learning and development programmes, our various opportunities for growth, and our well-deserved incentives are what keep our All-Star Team the best amongst the rest.

Please note that only candidates who meet the stipulated minimum requirements will be considered.

If you have not been contacted within 30 days, kindly consider your application to be unsuccessful.