Software Engineer III

The Shoprite Group of Companies; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail group in Africa is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their digital commerce team. This role focuses on developing innovative web applications for the Sixty60 solution, collaborating across teams to ensure a robust software architecture. The ideal candidate is passionate about clean coding and teamwork, ready to make an impact in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on and architect customer-facing web solutions.
• Build and coordinate with teams on product infrastructure.
• Commit to developing a robust, scalable software solution.

Skills

Web application development

Clean architecture principles

Team collaboration

Job description

Value Proposition

This Senior Software Engineer will join our talented digital commerce product development teams working on innovative mobile and web experiences for our customers. We are enabling a digital commerce platform using cutting-edge technologies and world-class software engineering practices. We are proud to be recognized as the largest private sector employer in South Africa and a leading employer in Africa. Our focus is on attracting, developing, and retaining a dedicated workforce aligned with our company culture and objectives.

You will be a key member of the team advancing the Sixty60 solution. Join a dynamic, progressive group within Shoprite’s digital innovation hub, ShopriteX, which operates with the agility of a start-up but backed by a large enterprise.

Role Purpose

The ideal candidate should have a passion for web application development and a strong interest in clean architecture and quality code principles. Responsibilities include collaborating on, architecting, and building the customer-facing web solutions for Sixty60 and digital commerce, as well as coordinating with teams responsible for other layers of the product infrastructure. Since building a product is highly collaborative, a team-oriented mindset and a commitment to excellence are essential. You will work closely with our product delivery team to realize our digital commerce vision through a robust, maintainable, and scalable software solution.