Senior Software Developer

Duties And Responsibilities (include But Is Not Limited To)

• To analyze specific requirements and translate it into workable solutions
• Obtain project specifications from the Team Lead and ensure understanding of specific project requirements
• Divide the work into smaller components to ensure the focus is on a specific area (in line with Scrum practice)
• To write code that is readable, maintainable and reusable
• Participate in team code reviews
• To ensure that the code complies with original requirements through unit testing and demonstrations
• Tests own code and writes test when applicable
• Identifies problems and rectifies the mistakes/problems
• Run demos for the Team Lead as a further evaluation tool
• To manage own professional and self-development

Key Requirements

• Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential)
• 3 – 6 years+ experience as a Software Developer (some PHP experience preferred)
• Knowledge of Object Orientated Languages such as PHP (preferred), C#, Java
• Firm Understanding of Object-Oriented Design / Programming
• Fluency with Data and Databases
• Knowledge of and experience with Software Development Methodologies such as Scrum
• Knowledge of and experience with modern git workflows (Pull Requests, CI, Code Reviews)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with others at all levels

Additional Skills

• Multitasking skills
• Computer skills
• Time management skills
• Organizational & administrative skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Working within a structured delivery environment and in accordance with best practices & standards
• Ability to work remote as and when needed, with own reliable internet connection