Software Engineer 2 at GVA Partners

Location:

Victoria island, Lagos.

Job Overview

• Full stack web development

• Gather user requirements, write code using an agile methodology, and continuously update the back-end code of the product

• Work in an experienced software design team 

• Report directly to lead software engineer 

• Assist with all functions of software coding and design

• Learn codebase, gather user data and respond to requests from senior software engineers

• Ability to learn new technologies quickly, and capable of working in a team environment

• A good working knowledge of major programming  languages

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting lead engineer with all aspects of software design and coding.

• Attending and contributing to software delivery meetings.

• Learning the codebase and improving your coding skills.

• Writing and maintaining code.

• Working on software bug fixes.

• Monitoring the technical performance of internal systems.

• Gathering information from consumers about program functionality.

• Writing reports.

• Conducting development tests.

• Perform other duties as assigned by Lead Software Engineer.

Skills/Competencies

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of coding languages including C#, HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript.

• Familiarity with database technology such as MSSQL, MySQL, Oracle and MongoDB.

• Basic programming experience.

• Ability to implement software security measures (OWASP Top 10)

• Good working knowledge of version control system using gitflow.

• Ability to learn new software and technologies quickly.

• Ability to manage codebase on a version control.

• Software testing and debugging

• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum project delivery formats

Generic Skills:

• Ability to make sound and logical security judgments.

• Good understanding of the organization’s goals and objectives.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

• Able to conduct research into issues as required

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline

• 3-5 years experience in programming languages (e.g., Python, Javascript, Java, C++, C#), databases, data structures and algorithms

• Knowledge of databases and operating systems

• Excellent basic knowledge about Information Technology from both a software and hardware perspective

Desirable

• Up to 5 years of professional programming experience using Microsoft stack

• Relevant professional certifications