Senior Software Developer

Our client based in Johannesburg is seeking a highly professional Senior Software Developer to join their team. As a Senior Software Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the company's insurance management software solutions.

Requirements:

1. Grade 12 (Matric)
2. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field
3. Specialized knowledge
4. Strong proficiency in C#, VB.net and MS-SQL
5. Knowledge and experience working in the Insurance industry
6. 5+ years of experience in software development
7. Experience with database design and development (MS-SQL)
8. Experience with software development methodologies such as Agile or Scrum
9. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
10. Experience with SOAP and RESTful APIs
11. Experience with cloud-based technologies such as AWS or Azure

Responsibilities:

1. Software Development: Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications, adhering to coding standards and best practices, providing guidance, mentorship, and fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
2. Technical Expertise: Provide technical leadership and expertise, conducting code reviews, guiding architectural decisions, and ensuring the team delivers robust and scalable software solutions.
3. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, quality assurance engineers, and UI/UX designers, to understand requirements, set priorities, and ensure successful product delivery.
4. Project Management: Drive the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis and design to implementation, testing, and deployment, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products.
5. Mentoring and Upskilling: Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth, and promoting technical upskilling within the team.
6. Quality Assurance: Work closely with quality assurance consultants to ensure comprehensive test coverage, identify and address software defects, and maintain the overall quality of the software products.
7. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including staff, partners, and insurers, to understand their needs, gather feedback, and provide technical support and guidance.
8. Research and Innovation: Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices, and apply them to improve software development processes and drive innovation.
9. Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, system architecture, and development guidelines.

If you meet all of the above, please send your CV to hr@pronel.co.za. Please note due to high volume responses, only candidates that meet the advertised criteria will be contacted.