Senior Software Engineer at Soft Alliance & Resources Limited

Role Overview

• We are looking for an experienced, innovative, and passionate Senior Software Developer / Technical Lead to join our fast-paced, agile technology team.
• This role is suited for a highly technical leader who can write production-grade code, architect scalable solutions, mentor cross-functional teams, and drive the full software development lifecycle across multiple mission-critical products.
• You will lead engineering initiatives that impact millions of users, shape our product roadmap with technical insight, and ensure we are always ahead in technology trends.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Product Delivery
• Lead the end-to-end development lifecycle of enterprise applications across multiple product domains.
• Architect and design scalable, secure, and high-performance software systems using modern design patterns and cloud-native principles.
• Collaborate with product owners, designers, DevOps engineers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within scope.
• Oversee integration with third-party APIs, payment gateways, biometric solutions, and ERP systems.People & Team Management
• Mentor, guide, and technically support a team of software developers and junior engineers.
• Conduct regular code reviews, promote engineering best practices, and foster a high-performance development culture.
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and sprint planning to ensure development velocity and project transparency.Innovation & Strategy
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, tools, and frameworks that enhance product capabilities and team productivity.
• Contribute to strategic decisions, architecture reviews, and platform modernization initiatives.
• Align technical execution with business goals and support enterprise-wide technology transformation initiatives.

Key Qualifications

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or professional certifications is an added advantage).

Experience

• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive software development experience.
• At least 3 years in a technical leadership or team lead role with direct people and product responsibility.
• Proven experience managing the development of complex enterprise applications at scale.Technical Skills
• Languages: Proficient in Java, C#, Node.js, Python, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Databases: Strong expertise in Oracle PL/SQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL systems (MongoDB, Redis).
• Architecture: Experience with microservices, service-oriented architecture (SOA), and event-driven systems.
• Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Security & Integration: Understanding of OAuth2.0, SSO, JWT, OpenID, and RESTful/GraphQL APIs.
• Familiarity with ERP, HCM, payment systems, and biometric authentication is a strong plus.
• Maintain and extend functionality of existing legacy systems, ensuring backward compatibility and smooth transition to modern stacks.
• Refactor, optimize, and document legacy code bases to improve stability, performance, and developer onboarding.
• Collaborate with support and QA teams to resolve production issues in legacy environments.Soft Skills
• Excellent leadership, team collaboration, and communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and execute methodically.
• Passion for innovation, mentorship, and delivering business value through technology.What We Offer
• Leadership role in shaping the future of enterprise technology in Africa.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, industry-transforming solutions.
• Access to a collaborative and innovative team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.