Senior software developer
VAS-X · South Africa · posted today ago
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About this role
1. System Design & Architecture:
- Lead and drive the architectural design of large-scale, complex systems.
- Make high-level design and technical decisions to ensure scalability, security, and maintainability.
- Define and enforce best practices, architectural guidelines, and coding standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align system architecture with business goals.
2. Development & Coding:
- Design, develop, and optimize high-performance, enterprise-grade Java applications.
- Ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices through rigorous code reviews.
- Drive the adoption of modern development frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
- Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide scalable solutions.
3. Research & Technology Evaluation:
- Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their impact on existing and future projects.
- Drive innovation by recommending and implementing cutting-edge solutions.
- Stay ahead of industry trends and contribute to strategic technology roadmaps.
4. Software Testing & Integration:
- Define and implement best practices for automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies.
- Lead the creation of unit, integration, and performance testing frameworks.
- Ensure software reliability by conducting thorough code analysis and debugging.
5. Environment Configuration & Maintenance:
- Oversee and optimize development, testing, and production environments.
- Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Proactively identify and resolve environment-related challenges.
6. Documentation & Reporting:
- Maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
- Provide clear, concise reports on project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
- Document and communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs effectively.
7. Mentorship & Team Leadership:
- Mentor and coach junior and intermediate developers to enhance their technical skills.
- Promote knowledge sharing and foster a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture reviews.
8. Client Interaction & Stakeholder Engagement:
- Act as a technical liaison between clients, business analysts, and development teams.
- Gather requirements, translate business needs into technical solutions, and manage expectations.
- Provide expert guidance and support to clients, ensuring technical feasibility and business alignment.
9. Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
- Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices to enhance software development efficiency.
- Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve system performance and reliability.
- Contribute to defining and refining agile development methodologies within the team.
10. Adherence to Standards & Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations, security standards, and best practices.
- Enforce VAS-X’s development standards, coding guidelines, and quality assurance processes.
- Advocate for clean code, software craftsmanship, and technical excellence.
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