Software Engineer: Front-End 10086

Capitec; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Sandton seeks a Level II Software Engineer to contribute to the full software development lifecycle. The ideal candidate will build user-friendly interfaces for mobile and web applications and collaborate within a cross-functional team. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in front-end development and a relevant IT qualification.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ proven experience in front-end software development.
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks and technologies.
• Clear criminal and credit record.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software systems.
• Translate design mockups into interactive user-friendly interfaces.
• Participate in design and problem-solving with the delivery team.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communications Skills

Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology

Tools

Modern front-end frameworks

Front-end build tools

Version Control

Job description

Purpose Statement

• The level II Software Engineer plays an integral part in a cross-functional team dedicated to the full software development lifecycle, from concept, to development to deployment and ultimately operating of each product. At this level, Software Engineers are responsible to design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and enhance software systems and applications based on specifications, while adhering to established standards. They translate requirements from the business or technical analyst and actively participate with the delivery team in design and problem-solving.
• The Front-end Software Engineer plays a crucial role in building solutions that create great client experiences for mobile and web applications. They are responsible for translating design mockups into interactive and user-friendly interfaces, with a focus on intuitive user experiences.
  
  

Education (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
  
  

Education (Ideal Or Preferred)

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology
  
  

Knowledge and Experience

Experience

• 3+ years’ proven experience in front-end software development, project delivery and implementation (in relevant development technologies/language)
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks and technologies.
  
  

Knowledge

• IT systems development processes (SDLC)
• Application development
• Advanced programming concepts
• Responsive design principles and mobile-first development.
• Browser compatibility issues and performance optimisation.
• Front-end build tools and package managers
• Front-end Design Patterns
• Version Control
• Testing practices
  

Skills

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

Additional Information

• Clear criminal and credit record