BDO Wave - Senior Software Developer, Cape Town

Description

As a Senior Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing and maintaining high-quality software solutions. You will work closely with other developers, UX/UI designers and stakeholders to ensure that our products meet the highest standards. Your expertise in C#, .NET, React and Azure will be crucial in driving our technology initiatives forward.

The Senior Developer is a key role within BDO IT’s Solutions Development team and reports to either a Lead Developer or the Solutions Development Senior Manager.

Requirements

Principal Accountabilities

• Act as a hands-on full-stack developer with strong front-end development skills and a good understanding of UX.
• Manage third-party developers or full-time employees as required.
• Collaborate with the Solution Development management team to plan and schedule work, manage the pipeline and backlog, maintain best practices and high-quality coding standards, and ensure optimum productivity across the team.
• Build, maintain and support both enterprise and client-facing applications.
• Work with Business Relationship Managers, Solution Designers and the Business to turn concepts into practical solutions for relevant business challenges.
• Develop software using modern DevOps methodologies to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Scan and leverage cross-industry trends in new and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning and data science to apply in the context of accountancy and professional services.
• Demonstrate creative flair, attention to detail, tenacity and good problem-solving skills.
• Provide proactive maintenance on support issues to ensure excellent client service.
• Manage your own time and workload effectively while supporting the team’s growth and development.
• Commit to personal development and staying up to date with emerging technologies.

Communication and Leadership:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design and ship new features.
• Mentor and guide junior and mid-level developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand requirements and provide technical insights.
• Lead by example in following best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.

Technical Requirements, Experience and Professional Qualifications

• Proven hands-on track record of successfully building and delivering digital products (web apps and services) to market using agile methodologies.
• Strong proficiency in C#, .NET, React and Azure.
• Other development skillsets: JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Azure PaaS (Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, Cosmos DB, Azure App Service, Azure Service Bus), ARM/Bicep templates, SharePoint.
• Proven experience in full-stack development.
• Solid understanding of software development principles and methodologies.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and secure coding.
• Familiarity with automated testing approaches and tools.
• Ability to work in an agile environment and adapt to changing requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications in software development or cloud technologies.

NB: The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. Job descriptions should be regularly reviewed to ensure they are an accurate representation of the post.