Intermediate Javascript Software Engineer

at  SovTech

At SovTech, we believe the future of software lies in the talent, innovation, and creativity found on the African continent. Headquartered in South Africa, our team of highly-skilled engineers, designers and strategists span the continent, tapping into Africa’s diversity to fuel a collaborative culture of disruptive thinking and technical excellence.For over a decade, we have been pioneering world-class software development for a global audience, with a mission to become Earth’s leading software company from the world’s fastest growing continent. We design and develop solutions that empower our clients to digitally transform and thrive globally and are the leading custom software development company from Africa that, like any great tech company, was founded in a garage.
SovTech has now grown to more than 300 of the best software engineering experts, building world-class platforms for growing businesses across four cities on three continents. We are always actively searching for the continent’s most talented and driven techies to join our growing team- those who benchmark themselves against the best on the planet and wake up hungry to master their craft and continue advancement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software development, including significant hands-on experience in building and delivering web applications.
• Demonstrated experience in leading software development projects or teams.

• Software development and implementation: Implement the design, development, and implementation of complex web applications. Utilize your expertise in programming languages, frameworks, and libraries to deliver high-quality, scalable, and maintainable solutions that meet business requirements.
• Technical design and architecture: Play a role in the design and architecture of software systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements, establish best practices, and drive technical innovation.
• Code review and quality assurance: Conduct comprehensive code reviews to ensure code quality, adherence to coding standards, and best practices. Mentor junior engineers, provide constructive feedback, and help drive continuous improvement in code quality and maintainability.
• Technical leadership and collaboration: Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment, promoting knowledge sharing, mentorship, and teamwork. Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving: Investigate and resolve complex technical issues that arise during the software development lifecycle. Utilize advanced problem-solving skills to diagnose and address software defects, performance bottlenecks, and system failures. Provide guidance and support to team members in resolving technical challenges.
• Research and innovation: Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices. Conduct research and evaluate new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to drive innovation and enhance development processes. Identify opportunities for process optimization, automation, and tooling enhancements