Senior Software Engineer-2

Old Mutual Limited; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Old Mutual Limited in Johannesburg is looking for a Senior Software Engineer-2 to design, code, develop, test and implement integration and supporting application development components and systems. You will perform business and software analysis, coordinate projects, and participate in system maintenance activities.

The role requires 5+ years of Full-Stack experience, strong frontend skills (HTML/CSS/JavaScript with React/Angular/Vue), and proficiency in JavaScript, Python or Ruby, plus cloud

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of Full-Stack software engineering experience delivering complex projects.
• Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript with modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).
• Proficiency in JavaScript, Python, or Ruby and web frameworks.
• Strong database design, optimization, and complex queries.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices.
• Previous leadership or mentorship experience.

Responsabilidades

• Develop existing applications and contribute to the development of new applications by analyzing requirements and making improvements.
• Monitor, identify, and fix more complex software defects to maintain quality.
• Produce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products/services.
• Recommend technical developments to improve website/portal/applications software and infrastructure.
• Contribute to and maintain a roadmap to prioritize development work.

Conocimientos

Full-Stack Dev

Frontend Tech

Cloud services

Microservices

Mentorship

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field

Herramientas

React

Angular

Vue.js

JavaScript

Python

Ruby

Descripción del empleo

## Senior Software Engineer-2Apply: Johannesburg: Full time: Posted Today: JR-85150**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 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 MaintenanceMonitor, 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 RecommendationDiscuss 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 MapContribute 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 CorrectionProvide fault isolation and resolution to limit and address issues promptly.## DocumentationCreate and maintain complex technical and/or user documentation to a high standard.## Testing Information Technology (IT) PerformanceDesign and perform website/applications software tests and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose, and correct performance issues.## Operational ComplianceMaintain 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 SecurityImplement 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 ScanningExplore 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 AnalysisConduct 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 SupportDesign 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 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.***