Full Stack Software Engineer – Job Specification

A. Job Details

Location: Pretoria/Johannesburg, Gauteng (Hybrid)

Level: Intermediate

Reports To: System Development & Maintenance Team Lead

B. Purpose

We are seeking a skilled Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain our software applications. The solutions developed will meet user and customer requirements and enhance operational efficiency.

This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to create scalable, reliable, and high-performance solutions. The Software Developer plays a crucial role in ensuring software quality through rigorous testing and documentation, while continuously seeking opportunities for improvement and innovation. By leveraging technical expertise and problem-solving skills, the Software Developer contributes to the overall success of the organization by delivering robust software solutions that align with business objectives.

C. Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

D. Minimum Experience

• At least 3 years' relevant working experience.

E. Scope of Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain software applications according to specifications.

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.

• Conduct unit and integration testing to ensure software reliability.

• Collaborate with QA teams to identify and resolve defects.

• Create and maintain technical documentation for software design and development processes.

• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to gather requirements and deliver features.

• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

• Support and maintain existing implementations to help the business continue to provide valuable services.

F. Competency Requirements

Skills

• Proficiency in C# , JavaScript (NodeJS), and ReactJS.

• Strong analytical skills to diagnose issues and develop effective solutions.

• Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, or DevOps practices.

• Experience with tools like Git for code management and collaboration.

• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, data modelling, and querying.

• Skills in unit testing, integration testing, and debugging techniques.

• Understanding of design patterns and architectural principles for scalable software solutions.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS or Google Cloud (advantageous).

Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

• Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing environments.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality work.

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Ability to convey complex findings clearly to diverse stakeholders.

• Desire to mentor and support colleagues.

G. General

• Live the METRONOMIC core values and contribute to the growth and success of METRONOMIC.