Senior Software Engineer

Sable International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to develop in-house applications using the .NET framework. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of professional experience in software development, strong frontend skills, and knowledge of databases. Responsibilities include debugging code, developing solutions, and collaborating with team members. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Software Developer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of SDLC and best practices.
• Working knowledge of relational databases and ORM frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Create in-house applications using .NET/.NET Core framework.
• Debug and maintain existing code.
• Identify and manage technical risks.

Skills

ASP.Net Webforms

VueJS

MS SQL Server

Entity Framework Core

Azure

Git

IIS web servers

Education

Bachelor’s degree or BTECH in IT/Computer Sciences

Tools

Sitefinity CMS

Microsoft CRM Dynamics

ClickUp

Job description

Sable International offers innovative professional services to international citizens. We create tailor‑made solutions to meet the accounting, wealth, financial, currency, and nationality needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing solutions that suit our client’s unique individual circumstances; our employees are key in achieving this goal.

The staff in our Abuja, Cape Town, Durban, Harare, Johannesburg, Kampala, London, Lagos, Lusaka, Melbourne, and Monte Estoril offices are passionate about their areas of expertise and take pride in helping our clients achieve their goals. As a result, we have an energised and fun company culture, something that sets us apart from other professional services firms.

Job Overview:

Are you energetic, ambitious, and looking to develop your career? Our IT department is looking to add a Senior Software Engineer to their team. We offer a dynamic and challenging environment where we achieve our business objectives and have fun doing it.

You’re perfect for this position if you:

• Hold a bachelor’s degree or BTECH in IT/ Computer Sciences and/or related relevant Microsoft certifications.
• Have seven or more years of strong professional experience as a Software Developer or similar role, demonstrating a solid understanding of SDLC and best practices.
• Have solid experience with frontend development using ASP.Net Webforms, VueJS and related libraries(Express, VueFormGenerator, FormKit).
• Possess working knowledge of relational databases such as MS SQL Server and knowledge of ORM frameworks (e.g. Entity Framework Core).
• Are familiar with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure, AWS) and understand application deployment processes.
• Have a strong exposure to version control systems (e.g. VSTS, GitHub, Git) and experience working with collaborative development workflows.
• Manage IIS web servers and Windows Server environments.
• Communicate clearly and solve problems efficiently, working independently or as part of a team.

Relevant skills and experience:

Additional requirements:

• Knowledge or experience working with Sitefinity CMS.
• Experience working with Microsoft CRM Dynamics.
• ClickUp ticket management system.
• Hold a valid driver’s licence and have access to reliable transport.
• Well organised, punctual and reliable.
• Availability for occasional after‑hours support and infrequent overnight assignments.

Personal attributes:

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Self‑motivated, proactive learner with the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent documentation and organisational skills.
• Well organised, punctual and reliable.

Your role and responsibilities:

Among other tasks, your main responsibilities will include:

• Creating in-house applications using .NET/ .NET Core framework.
• Debugging and maintaining written code.
• Identifying and handling technical risks and issues.
• Developing C#, .NET, and NodeJS solutions for the organization.
• Reporting project statuses and developments to senior team members.
• Participating in project meetings with management and other team members.
• Defining and organising projects on an ongoing basis.
• Reporting and resolving issues related to .NET projects.
• Working in a project team alongside other developers.
• Identifying areas for modification in existing programmes and subsequently developing these modifications.
• Working closely with other developers, UX designers, business, and systems analysts.