Full-Stack Software Engineer

Old Mutual Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Limited in Johannesburg is seeking an experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer to lead the design, development and implementation of scalable software solutions, mentoring team members and driving engineering best practices. You will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes.

The role requires a strong front-end background with HTML/CSS/JavaScript and modern frameworks (React/Angular/Vue), plus back-end languages such as Python or Ruby, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Software Engineer delivering complex projects.
• Front-end proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern frameworks (React/Angular/Vue).
• Strong programming skills and experience with web frameworks and databases.
• Leadership or mentoring experience within a development team.

Responsibilities

• Develop existing applications and contribute to new ones based on requirements.
• Maintain and modify applications, identify and fix defects.
• Design concepts and prototypes for digital products/services.
• Recommend technical developments to improve website/application quality.
• Contribute to roadmaps for prioritised development work.
• Diagnose faults and provide timely resolutions.
• Create comprehensive technical and user documentation.
• Design and run tests, monitor performance, and respond to issues.
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and regulatory codes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Ruby

Database design

Job description

**Let's Write Africa's Story Together!**Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.**Job Description**We are seeking an experienced Full-Stack Software Engineer to join our technology team. In this role, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable software solutions, while mentoring team members and driving engineering best practices.You will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions that support strategic objectives and enhance customer experiences.OML roles mapped to this profile are: CICD and Platform Engineer, Intermediate Platform Engineer, API Software Engineer, Platform Engineer - LVL 3Software Engineer, ServiceNow Platform Engineer, Intermediate Software EngineerSoftware Engineer - API, Software Engineer - Intermediate Web Developer, Specialist: Network and Voice, Software Infrastructure Specialist, Lead Analyst Programmer, OMF IT Analyst Programmer, TIA Oracle Developer and Senior Front End Developer.**Responsibilities**Application Software DevelopmentDevelop existing applications and contribute to development of new applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Develop new routine applications to meet customer requirements.**Applications Software Maintenance**Monitor, identify, and correct more complex software defects to maintain fully functioning applications software.Design and ConceptualizationProduce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products/services.**Technical Developments Recommendation**Discuss and recommend technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/applications software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users' needs.**Application Software Road Map**Contribute to and maintain a roadmap to facilitate application software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements.**Faults Diagnosis and Correction**Provide fault isolation and resolution to limit and address issues promptly.**Documentation**Create and maintain complex technical and/or user documentation to a high standard.**Testing Information Technology (IT) Performance**Design and perform website/applications software tests and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose, and correct performance issues.**Operational Compliance**Maintain and renew a deep knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, and ensure own work adheres to required standards. Or identify, within the team, patterns of noncompliance with the organization's policies and procedures and with relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, taking appropriate action to report and resolve these and escalating issues as appropriate.**Information Security**Implement required security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption, and provide input on their design, monitoring performance to notify security experts of any problems.**Horizon Scanning**Explore and develop a detailed understanding of external developments or emerging issues and contribute to the evaluation of their potential impact on, or usefulness to, the organization.**Data Collection and Analysis**Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.**Analysis of \"As Is\" and \"To Be\"**Document \"as is\" and \"to be\" processes and describe the changes required to migrate to the \"to be\" capability to record accurately the change required.**Technical Database Support**Design distribution of basic database resources and provide physical modeling and design services to tune database applications for optimum performance.* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).* 5+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Software Engineer, with a track record of delivering complex projects.* Expertise in front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and experience with modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.* Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Ruby) and expertise in web application frameworks.* In-depth knowledge of database systems, including design, optimization, and complex query writing.* Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with a focus on optimizing application performance.* Exceptional communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.* Commitment to staying updated with emerging industry trends and technologies.* Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture.* Previous leadership or mentorship experience within a development team.**Skills**Action Planning, Application Development, Business Process Design, Computer Literacy, Data Management, Data Modeling, Evaluating Information, Identifying Customer Needs, Information Technology (IT) Support, Market Analysis, Oral Communications, Product Development, Technical Support, Technical Troubleshooting, Test Case Management, User Requirements Documentation, Web Development**Competencies**Business Insight######Collaborates######Communicates Effectively######Courage######Cultivates Innovation######Decision Quality######Drives Results######Ensures Accountability**Education**NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent**Closing Date**23 September 2026, 23:59***The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.******The Old Mutual Story!***Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending.We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.