Specialist Product Engineer

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

Job Summary

Job Description

All candidates applying for an iOS developer position should have the following:

• BS / MS / PhD in Computer Science OR equivalent degree OR equivalent experience

• Experience developing apps using Swift or Objective-C

• Passion for quality and close attention to details

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience using iOS frameworks like UIKit, Foundation etc.

• Good understanding of UI design and common usability issues is helpful

• Experience using Xcode 12 or later

• Familiarity with Git or similar source control software

Candidates applying for intermediate (specialist) positions additionally require:

• At least 3+years’ experience in commercial grade software development using Swift or Objective-C

• Good understanding of Object Orientated Programming concepts

• Good problem solving and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules

• Familiarity with JSON, Codable, GCD or asynchronous programming

• A passion for technology and the ability to learn new concepts quickly

• Thorough knowledge of macOS and iOS is helpful

Candidates applying for senior (lead) positions additionally require:

• At least 5+years’ experience in commercial grade software development using Swift or Objective-C

• 2+ years working with JSON, Codable, GCD or asynchronous programming

• Excellent understanding of Object Orientated Programming concepts

• Expertise with Swift, Objective-C, iOS, fundamentals and frameworks

• Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules

• Have a passion to write and help others produce efficient code.

• Mentor and train fellow team members to become better developers

• Solid understanding of the full mobile development life cycle

• A passion for technology and the ability to learn new concepts quickly

• Thorough knowledge of macOS and iOS

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised