Software Engineer: Back-End

Apply by: [[08 May 2025]]

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

1. To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here!.
2. Once you have completed the above, finalize your application by clicking apply below.

Join Us in Becoming the Best Bank in the World!!

We appoint energized and motivated people for their potential and continuously look for talented, driven individuals to help us innovate and evolve. That is why we focus on finding the right people for the right jobs. We love what we do because we focus on making a positive difference for our clients and employees. Our company DNA is built around talented and committed teams dedicated to building a brand that we are proud of and earns the trust of our clients.

Who We Are

We are a bank, but we’re much more than that. We believe that banking is about enabling people to control their financial lives through banking that is simplified, accessible, affordable, and delivered through personal experience. By helping our clients manage their financial lives better, we enable them to live better.

Why Choose Us

At Capitec, we offer our best by living up to our CEO values in every situation – we always put the Client first, act with Energy, and take Ownership. And to support people in being their best, our Employee Value Proposition offers every value to all team members through cohesive teams, growth opportunities, as well as employee benefits and savings. We make it a priority to ensure that each member of the Capitec team feels welcome, valued, focused, and can grow.

About the role:

The Level III Software Engineer is a vital member of a cross-functional team involved in various development efforts within the credit domain of business banking. This role encompasses the full software development lifecycle from concept to operation, including designing, developing, testing, deploying, maintaining, and enhancing complex software systems to ensure scalability and performance.

In addition to developing and maintaining the back-end components of web applications, the Level III Software Engineer ensures optimal performance and excellent client experiences. They focus on enhancing new and existing products, improving current systems, and providing support. Furthermore, they guide developers and stakeholders in resolving engineering problems, contributing to the overall success of the business banking credit domain.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Grade 12 National Certificate (Minimum)
• A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology (Preferred)
• 6+ years’ proven experience in both front- and back-end software development, project delivery, and implementation (in relevant development technologies/language). Experience with modern front-end and back-end frameworks and technologies.
• An understanding of domain-driven design is crucial, as it helps in defining bounded contexts and building capabilities that are agnostic across products.

Tech Stack you will work with:

• Java
• Springboot/Spring framework
• Avro
• AWS
• PostgreSQL
• Kafka
• Docker
• Terraform

Skills:

• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communications Skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Problem solving skills

If you are interested in being part of this dynamic team, on a mission to build the best bank in the world through unlocking the potential of its people, please apply. We would love to hear from you!

Additional Information

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity; applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.