Software Engineer: Back-End

Capitec Bank is a South African commercial bank. As of February 2017 the bank was the third largest in South Africa with 120,000 customer opening new accounts per month. To simplify banking, we've developed an all-inclusive banking solution. Global One is the one solution that enables you to transact, save and access credit in realtime. We also believe in harnessing the power of technology to make each interaction easier and simpler. We do everything we can to ensure that our clients have access to transparent and affordable banking services. When you bank with us, there are no hidden costs. We're committed to making sure that you have a clear understanding of exactly what you're paying for. Why shouldn't you have access to your cash when and where you want it? Whether you prefer Remote Banking, ATM transacting, drawing cash from tills at your local supermarket or coming into one of our branches, the way you access you cash is entirely up to you.Job Description The level II Software Engineer plays an integral part in a cross-functional team dedicated to the full software development lifecycle, from concept, to development to deployment and ultimately operating of each product. At this level, Software Engineers are responsible to design, develop, test, deploy, maintain and enhance software systems and applications based on specifications, while adhering to established standards. They translate requirements from the business or technical analyst and actively participate with the delivery team in design and problem-solving. The Back-end Software Engineer plays a crucial role in building solutions that offer optimum performance, reliability, and scale. They are responsible for writing and testing code for the development of the server-side components that power the application's functionality Education (Minimum): Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational Education (Ideal or Preferred) A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology Experience: 3+ years' proven experience in back-end software development, project delivery and implementation (in relevant development technologies/language). Experience with back-end frameworks and technologies Knowledge: Is able to apply advanced knowledge of the following: IT systems development processes (SDLC) Application development Advanced programming concepts Advanced algorithms and data structures Design Patterns Version Control Testing practices Database systems and query optimization (e.g., SQL, NoSQL). RESTful API design and integration. Cloud computing platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure). Advanced Microservice and event driven architectures Deployment using kubernetes and containerisation ​​​​​​​Skills Analytical Skills Attention to Detail Communications Skills Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills Problem solving skills