Lead Software Developer

Network IT; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services technology firm is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer in Johannesburg. This senior role involves leading system architecture, mentoring engineers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, secure platforms. The ideal candidate will have a BCom/BSc, 7+ years of software development experience, and expertise in C# .NET. This position offers a hybrid work environment and a competitive monthly salary of 1,200,000. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing team and contribute to innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience in software development.
• Prior experience as a Technical Lead.
• Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture and technical design decisions.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges.

Skills

C# .NET

SQL Server 2012

JavaScript frameworks (Angular, React, etc.)

Cloud PaaS consumption

RESTful services

Kubernetes

Docker

Agile/Scrum

Education

BCom / BSc degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Reference : BIT005251-Rein-1

Our client in the financial services industry is seeking an experienced Lead Software Developer to join their high-performing technology team. This is a senior hands‑on leadership role for a technical expert who is passionate about building secure scalable platforms and mentoring engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture and technical design decisions.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges.
• Lead and mentor engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver the technical roadmap aligned with business needs.
• Drive the design, development, optimisation, scalability, reliability, and security of platforms.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure successful on‑time and on‑budget project delivery.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Participate in peer reviews of solution designs and code.
• Promote continuous learning and growth within the team.
• Take ownership of projects from inception to delivery.
• Deliver high‑quality, business‑focused technical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• BCom / BSc degree or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 7 years experience in software development.
• Prior experience as a Technical Lead.
• Strong experience working in Agile / Scrum environments.
• Expert understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Strong experience with C# .NET and SQL Server 2012.
• Experience with modern JavaScript libraries / frameworks (Angular, KnockoutJS, jQuery, BackboneJS, Foundation, etc.).
• (Web Forms) / MVC 2.0 (Required).
• Core (Web API, Windows Services).
• HTML5, CI / CD pipelines and Cloud PaaS consumption.
• Experience with RESTful services, Kubernetes and / or Docker.

Competencies

• Strong passion for software development and delivering high‑quality solutions.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Excellent problem‑solving, critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Ability to think creatively and outside the box.
• Strong collaboration, coordination and time‑management skills.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to take initiative.
• Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Strong team player who enjoys sharing knowledge and mentoring others.
• Strong understanding of business and client needs.

Advantageous Experience

• Cloud architecture experience with AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Strong experience with cross‑platform frameworks such as Flutter or React Native.
• Experience publishing and supporting production applications on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.

Location: Hybrid Johannesburg

Employment Type: Full‑time | Vacancy: 1

Package & Remuneration: 1,200,000.00 - Monthly (subject to experience and market conditions)

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