Senior Software Engineer (Golang/Java)

At Scrums.com (formerly 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. Scrums.com 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.

Position details:

Location: Hybrid, Cape Town

As a Senior Software Engineer at Scrums.com, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing web applications using various frameworks and libraries. Your responsibilities will include:

➔ Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and other developers to understand requirements, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality software solutions.
➔ Write efficient, clean, and reusable code in Golang, Java, Typescript, and other related technologies to implement front-end and back-end solutions.
➔ Integrate web applications with various third-party APIs and web services, ensuring smooth data exchange and functionality.
➔ Optimize application performance and scalability, identifying and resolving bottlenecks in the system.
➔ Work closely with the database team to design and implement database schemas, queries, and optimizations in MySQL.
➔ Utilise AWS cloud services to deploy and manage web applications, ensuring high availability and reliability.
➔ Contribute to the continuous improvement of our development methodologies, processes, and tools to increase productivity, quality, and efficiency.
➔ Troubleshoot and debug complex issues in the applications, providing timely resolutions.
➔ Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, tools, and technologies related to web development, cloud computing, and software engineering

Experience

Seniority Level: Senior Software Engineer 

To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

➔ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
➔ Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and related tools like Gitlab.
➔ Understanding of microservices architecture and containerization technologies like Kubernetes.
➔ Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with a focus on Java/Golang and JavaScript or similar tech for at least 5 years.
➔ Strong understanding of Web API integration and experience working with RESTful APIs.
➔ Proficient in working with MySQL databases, including database design, querying, and optimization.
➔ Extensive experience with cloud computing platforms, particularly AWS, including EC2, S3,Lambda, RDS, and ECS. Familiarity with Redis, Git, Jira, and Docker is essential.
➔ Solid knowledge of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
➔ Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and refactor existing codebases.
➔ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
➔ Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with a passion for continuous learning and staying up-to-date with industry trends.

Programming language and Technologies you will be working with

At Scrums.com, we leverage a range of industry-leading tools to enhance our development process and ensure efficiency. Some of the key tools and technologies you will work with include:

➔ Go
➔ Java
➔ AWS
➔ RESTful APIs
➔ MySQL
➔ Lambda
➔ ECS
➔ Redis
➔ Git
➔ Jira
➔ Docker

Note: The specific technologies you will be working with may vary depending on the specific projects you are assigned to.

Work Environment:

At Scrums.com, we foster a self-directed and inspiring work environment where our team members have the freedom to innovate and create. We believe in empowering our teams to take ownership of their projects and drive them to success. Collaboration and knowledge-sharing are at the core of our team's values, and we encourage continuous learning and growth. Join us to be part of a team that thrives on pushing the boundaries.

Our Interview Process:

1. Introductory call with one of our Talent Partners

2. Technical skills screening & evaluation

3. Hiring team interview

Why Join us:

Join Scrums.com and become part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. Here's why you should consider joining us:

Exciting Projects: Work on diverse and challenging projects for leading clients across various industries, pushing the boundaries of web development.

Collaborative Environment: Be part of a team that encourages collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning, fostering personal and professional growth.

Impactful Work: Your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and clients, allowing you to make a tangible difference.

Professional Development: We provide opportunities for training and workshops to enhance your skills and keep you at the forefront of industry trends.

Hybrid & flexibility: We’re a hybrid company, and as such we need to have a set of how that works (as it can be very grey!). Fluid aims to encourage flexibility in where and how we work. In true Scrums.com words, ‘We don’t value how or where something is done, only that it is’ #RESULTS

If you are passionate about Software development, enjoy working with cutting-edge technologies, and want to be part of an inspiring team, Scrums.com is the place for you. Join us as we shape the future of software innovation.