Software Engineer (Back End / Full Stack) at Primera Africa Finance Group

Job Description

• Researching, designing, implementing and managingsoftwareprograms (Web and Mobile Applications).
• Testing and evaluating new programs.
• Identifying areas for modification in existing programs and subsequently developing these modifications.
• Writing and implementing efficient code.
• Analyse user requirements and convert requirements to design documents.
• Multi-task and change from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure
• Demonstrable portfolio of released applications on the App store or the Android market.
• Design and update software database. This includes, but is not limited to: Software Applications, Web Sites, Data Communication Processes and User Interfaces.
• Be a part of a small, close knit and Agile team working on a wide range of activities to get a new business and products up and running.

Qualifications

• B.Sc in Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or any related field
• 3 - 4 years relevant work experience as a Back End Software Developer.
• Proven work experience as a Mobile developer preferably in the FINTEC space
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs
• Strong knowledge of Android UI design principles, patterns, and best practices
• Knowledge of HTML5, Phyton, Php, Laravel, JavaScript Mobile Development, React Native/Flutter, AWS, Azure, and other cloud related services
• In-depth knowledge of at least one programming language like Swift and Java
• Should be ready to transition into IOS
• Strong knowledge of both JavaScript proficiency and understanding of solid design principles (plugins, node packages, etc.)
• Experience as a front-end, UI/UX developer
• Experience with third-party libraries and APIs
• Familiarity with OOP design principles
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Proficiency in designing interfaces and building clickable prototypes using Sketch, InVision, Axure, etc.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Critical thinking
• Problem solving
• Organize information
• Strong knowledge of banking operations
• Process Improvement
• Change Management
• Pay attention to details
• Team player
• Honest, proactive and hardworking
• Ability to adapt to changes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.