Senior Software Engineer: Integrated Banking Experience

Senior Software Engineer: Integrated Banking Experience

Fully Remote, South Africa

Why Entersekt

Founded over 16 years ago, with more recent investments from Accel-KKR, Entersekt is a leader in mobile authentication, mobile app security, and payments enablement technology, offering highly scalable products with a track record of success across multiple continents.

Entersekt enables secure digital transactions for leading financial institutions globally. We exist to create a world where everyone can transact digitally without fear or compromise. Currently, we protect the digital transactions of over 210 million active users on our platform and hold 120 active patents that recognize innovation in digital security, payments, and user experience. Entersekt offers their customers secure authentication and digital payments experiences that remove unnecessary friction. Entersekt has invested in, and created, a diverse product portfolio that positions the company well to execute on its expansion in North America and European markets.

The Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for a dedicated software engineer with a passion for building world-class digital banking experiences. The ideal candidate is driven by an enthusiasm for problem-solving, possesses a collaborative approach to working with others, and is skilled in crafting secure, reliable code. You should be adept at navigating complex systems, making pragmatic technical decisions, and contributing to a dynamic team culture focused on delivering quality. This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in an agile environment, values continuous improvement, and enjoys tackling challenging issues to build robust, scalable solutions.

The Role

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Integrated Banking Experience Team, you’ll be central to delivering high-quality software solutions, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and contributing directly to our product’s architecture. You’ll be instrumental in implementing and refining Entersekt’s secure and scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and maintain high-quality, scalable, and secure software within the banking experience platform.
2. Work with the Product Manager and Team Lead to determine feasibility, technical direction, and best practices for new product features.
3. Actively contribute to and support the implementation of architecture standards and best practices.
4. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to team members as needed, enhancing overall code quality and knowledge sharing.
5. Investigate and resolve complex production issues efficiently, identifying root causes and implementing long-term solutions.
6. Collaborate on and manage CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices to ensure smooth deployment and secure coding practices.
7. Standby support: Be part of the on-call rotation for production systems, providing support and ensuring the smooth running of the authentication solutions you help build.

Skills and Experience

Successful candidates for this role will generally possess the following qualifications and skills:

1. 7+ years of software development experience with general-purpose programming languages (Golang or Java preferred), and a strong track record of delivering complex projects.
2. Proficient in software architecture, microservices, and RESTful API design principles.
3. Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, particularly Kubernetes and Docker, and cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
4. Hands-on experience with DevOps practices, including secure coding, version control (e.g., GitLab), and CI/CD pipelines.
5. Proficient in working with relational databases (MySQL preferred).
6. Familiarity with agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban, demonstrating adaptability and a collaborative mindset.
7. Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Personality Attributes

1. Self-driven with a passion for high-impact engineering.
2. Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex systems.
3. Comfortable working in a remote-first environment and able to take ownership of tasks.
4. A collaborative communicator who values innovation and teamwork.

We place a lot of value on how we treat prospective employees and appreciate the time and effort that goes into job hunting. That is why we aim to keep the hiring process as quick and seamless as possible while ensuring the best possible fit for both you and the company.

Working at Entersekt is truly a dream. You get exposed to cutting-edge technology, colleagues who are leaders in their fields, and an awesome working environment that includes flexible hours, remote work, and plenty of growth opportunities.