Senior Software Engineer-2

Old Mutual Insure Limited; Johannesburg; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 300 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Old Mutual Insure Limited in Johannesburg seeks a seasoned Full-Stack Software Engineer to design, code, test and implement integration and application components required for customer-focused digital products. You will analyze requirements, contribute to the software development lifecycle, and ensure robust delivery.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, strong JavaScript and frontend framework skills (React/Angular/Vue.js), database design expertise, cloud experience, and

Qualifications

• 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 (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).

Responsabilités

• Develop existing applications and contribute to development of new applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement.
• Monitor, identify, and correct more complex software defects to maintain fully functioning applications software.
• Design and conceptualization to produce concepts and prototypes for digital products/services.

Connaissances

Full-Stack Software Engineer

JavaScript

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

REST APIs

Database design

Cloud services

Leadership

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Description du poste

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 Design, code, develop, test and implement integration and supporting application development components and systems. Perform business analysis and software analysis. May coordinate projects and perform system maintenance activities. OML roles mapped to this profile are: CICD and Platform Engineer, Intermediate Platform Engineer, API Software Engineer, Platform Engineer - LVL 3 Software Engineer, ServiceNow Platform Engineer, Intermediate Software Engineer Software 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 Development

Develop 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 Conceptualization

Produce 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

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

11 November 2026 , 23:59

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.