Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack)

DigiOutsource; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid Subsidy

Retirement Annuity Subsidy

Funeral Fund Benefit

Income Continuation Benefit

Group Life Cover

Job summary

Super Group is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Cape Town to design, develop and deploy scalable software across JS and .NET (C#) stacks. You will mentor juniors, review code, and partner with architects to ensure robust platforms.

The role emphasizes containerization, microservices and cloud deployments, with a strong focus on performance and quality. You will work with front-end teams, drive best practices, and contribute to the platform design while delivering high-quality software in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in full software development lifecycle as a software engineer
• Solid understanding of software engineering design patterns and methodologies
• Strong proficiency in OOP and C#/.NET framework
• Experience with multiple languages and web tech (JS frameworks)
• Designing RESTful APIs and microservices; databases like SQL Server/MongoDB

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, enhance and deploy front-end and back-end applications
• Unit-test all software artifacts
• Mentor junior developers and review code
• Ensure maintainability, performance and SLAs
• Collaborate with architects, engineers and product teams
• Provide second/third line support for software in production

Skills

C#

JavaScript

Angular

React

Vue

Node.js

RESTful APIs

Microservices

OOP

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

DevOps

TDD

Agile

Mentoring

Problem solving

Education

Computer Science degree or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Redis

Job description

Kick-start your career in the online gaming world and experience the very latest in technology and innovation.

Who We Are

We’re Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world’s leading Sports and iGaming brands, including Betway and Jackpot City. We’re a powerhouse built on decades of expertise and we’re changing the game for good. Our mission is to give our customers a superclass entertainment experience.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At Super Group International, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you’ll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.

Why we need you

We’re building experiences that wow our customers – and that starts with bold, curious people who want to do work that matters.

If you’re hungry to grow, excited by impact and ready for a challenge that will supercharge your career, this could be your moment.

As a senior software engineer, you will focus on designing and developing robust, scalable, and efficient software solutions on the Javascript and .NET (C#) frameworks. You will be a key contributor to custom software solutions, working closely with front‑end engineers and other team members to deliver seamless integrations and high‑quality products.

You will also mentor junior developers, review code, and provide guidance to support their growth. Working together with the Software Engineering Lead, you will ensure that the solution architecture meets the team’s exacting standards for maintainability and performance. Our environment includes both private and public cloud, with a strong emphasis on containerization and microservices.

What You’ll Do

Engineering

• Build, maintain, enhance and deploy front-end and back-end applications according to company’s software engineering standards and aligning these standards to industry standards and best practices.
• Unit-test all software artifacts.
• Maintain current systems and develop new systems using the latest technologies.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Architects, Software Engineers, Quality Engineers, and Product Manager teams in developing, testing, and deploying software components.
• Provide second/third line support to IT for software deployed into company eco system.
• Analyse and resolve complex and high impact production issues where required.
• Monitor systems performance and ensure all SLAs are met.

Technical Leadership

• Management of the implementation of technical solutions.
• Transfer of business and technical knowledge to the greater team.
• Technical guidance and mentoring of junior engineers.
• Focus on the integrity of the systems regarding quality, stability, and scalability.
• Contribute and provide expertise in the design, development, and implementation of the platform(s), ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements.

Support to Software Engineering Lead

• Assist in code reviews.
• Assist in coordinating Pair Programming.
• Assist in implementation of best practices, coding standards and relevant methodologies.

Documentation

• Maintain comprehensive documentation of system architecture, processes, and workflows for transparency and future reference.

This list covers your core responsibilities – with plenty of room to stretch, explore and take on new challenges as we grow.

What You’ll Bring

• Clear, confident communication (written and verbal), and the ability to breakdown complex ideas.
• A collaborative mindset, working smoothly with cross‑functional teams to hit shared goals.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects without dropping the ball.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work.
• Adaptability – you stay sharp, productive and positive in fast‑moving environments.
• Minimum of 7 years’ practical experience in the full software development life cycle as a software engineer or software developer.
• Demonstrates solid understanding of Software Engineering design patterns and/or methodologies.
• Strong proficiency in object‑oriented programming (OOP) principles, with a preference for experience in C# and the .NET framework.
• Proficient in multiple languages, libraries & frameworks (e.g. C#, JavaScript, Angular, React, Vue, Node.js).
• Demonstrated experience in designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Designing the database schema to store application data efficiently.
• Proficient in working with relational and non‑relational databases (e.g. SQL Server & MongoDB) and writing efficient TSQL queries.
• Hands on experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Kubernetes & Docker).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP.
• Strong knowledge of Devops practices, including CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.
• Demonstrates solid understanding of Software Testing fundamentals.
• Demonstrates solid ability to mentor and transfer knowledge to the greater team.
• Demonstrates consistent passion for Technology and keeping up with the industry.
• Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations.
• Experience mentoring or coaching junior developers.
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to accurately estimate effort and take ownership for time management and delivery.
• Strong collaboration and communication abilities.

Desirable Skills You’ve Got Up Your Sleeve

• In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends.
• Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations.
• Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards.
• Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies.
• Experience with Test‑Driven Development (TDD) and writing unit/integration tests.
• Experience with mobile application development using React Native.
• Knowledge of in memory datastores (e.g. Redis or Valkey).
• Experience with messaging systems (e.g. Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Experience leading technical discussions and code reviews.
• Experience as part of an Agile software engineering team.
• A good understanding of security principles.
• Develop reusable Terraform templates for infrastructure as code to improve deployment speed and consistency.
• Computer Science related degree, diploma, or similar qualification in software engineering.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Senior Software Engineer/Developer role.

Our values are non‑negotiables

Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.

These Competencies Are

• Adaptability
• Ownership and accountability
• Initiating action
• Resilience
• Team orientation
• Integrity
• Innovation

What You’ll Get Back

• Supergrowth is real here. Our learning and development programmes give you the tools, training and opportunities to level up fast.
• Your progress matters. Our Performance tool ensures you get meaningful feedback to support your development and superdrive your career.
• Support that has your back. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers resources for you and your family.
• Medical Aid Subsidy
• Retirement Annuity Subsidy
• Funeral Fund Benefit
• Income Continuation Benefit
• Group Life Cover

Ready to feel superclass?

At Super Group, your experience matters. We’re honest, fair, and focused on helping you succeed – and your work will have real impact from day one.

Game on!

• Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.
• Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.

This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

The perfect place to work, play and grow!