Senior Software Developer Level 2: Architect & Mentor

Derivco; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Job summary

Derivco is seeking a Senior Developer Level 2 in Durban to shape software architecture and lead engineering best practices. You will deliver scalable solutions across platforms and guide teams toward modern development with AI-assisted approaches.

The role requires at least 6+ years of experience, strong .NET/C# skills, and a background in distributed systems, cloud solutions, and DevOps. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and a passion for excellence are essential.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver complex, scalable software solutions and system architectures.
• Lead technical discussions, architectural reviews, and major design decisions.
• Drive engineering standards, quality practices, and development best practices.
• Investigate and resolve complex production and system issues.
• Mentor developers and support their technical growth.
• Collaborate with Product, DevOps, Architecture, Security, and Compliance teams.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to technical innovation.
• Support platform reliability, performance, and operational excellence.

Skills

DotNET/C# development

Software architecture

Distributed systems

Cloud-based solutions

DevOps/CI-CD

Mentoring

AI-assisted development

Platform engineering

Regulated environments

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Cloud tooling

Job description

Derivco is seeking a Senior Developer Level 2 in Durban to shape software architecture and lead engineering best practices. You will deliver scalable solutions across platforms and guide teams toward modern development with AI-assisted approaches.

The role requires at least 6+ years of experience, strong .NET/C# skills, and a background in distributed systems, cloud solutions, and DevOps. Collaboration with cross-functional teams and a passion for excellence are essential.