Intermediate Full Stack Engineer - (Hybrid, South Africa) - Sandton, Gauteng (Hybrid)

About Glucode SA

At Glucode SA, we design and build cutting-edge digital solutions that empower businesses across the globe. From finance and insurance to health, transport, and entertainment, we strive to craft elegant, user-friendly digital experiences that resonate deeply with users, drives innovation and delivers real-world impact.

Our team comprises of dreamers, creators, and problem solvers united by a shared passion: using technology to create positive change. Close collaboration with clients and colleagues allows us to tackle complex challenges whilst being guided by our core values of curiosity, courage, integrity, quality and passion.

Whilst Glucode SA is widely recognised as a trusted mobile development partner, we have established proficiency in building end-to-end solutions that ensure the delivery of seamless, innovative outcomes that push the boundaries of technology and create meaningful impact.

By joining us, you would be part of a company where your ideas matter, your skills grow, and your work helps build meaningful products that make a difference worldwide.

About the Job

Overview

The Intermediate Software Engineer role is a key position within the engineering team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality products and systems. This role requires a good technical background, problem-solving skills, and effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive projects to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior and intermediate developers
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure the design and implementation of efficient, scalable, and maintainable full stack solutions
• Contribute to the development of the company's technical vision and strategy
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies, and apply this knowledge to improve existing systems and develop innovative solutions

Design and Development:

• Design, develop, and implement complex full stack engineering projects, ensuring adherence to best practices and company guidelines
• Build responsive and intuitive user interfaces using modern server-side technologies and frameworks
• Develop robust backend services and APIs using modern server-side technologies and frameworks
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, design specifications, and test plans
• Participate in code and design reviews, providing constructive feedback to enhance the quality and maintainability of the codebase

Project Management:

• Collaborate with project managers, product owners, and stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables
• Develop and maintain project schedules, identifying risks and mitigating potential roadblocks
• Track and report project progress, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure the quality and reliability of products and systems through thorough testing and validation
• Collaborate with the QA team to develop and execute test plans and test cases
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues and defects, implementing long-term solutions to prevent future occurrences

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with other departments (e.g., Product, Sales, Marketing) to ensure alignment of engineering goals with overall business objectives
• Act as a technical liaison between engineering and non-engineering teams, providing clear explanations and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders

Other:

• Complete daily, accurate timesheets that is submitted weekly for review

Key Competencies

Technical Expertise:

• Demonstrated proficiency in full stack development technologies, frameworks, and tools
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies, best practices, and design patterns
• Familiarity with system architecture, data structures, algorithms, and performance optimisation techniques

Leadership and Mentorship:

• Proven ability to guide, coach, and mentor junior and intermediate developers
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration among team members
• Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate others towards achieving common goals

Project Management:

• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Experience in developing project schedules, tracking progress, and identifying/mitigating risks
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain focus on project objectives

Communication and Collaboration:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a focus on building rapport and fostering teamwork
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex technical challenges
• Skilled in evaluating trade-offs and making informed decisions based on available data and resources
• Ability to approach problems creatively

Key Behaviours

Values Alignment

• Company Values: Adheres to the company’s values in all professional behaviours.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Respects and values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
• Engagement: Actively participates in and commits to the company’s mission and culture.

Collaboration and Teamwork

• Participation: Actively participates in team meetings and activities, contributing ideas, feedback, and support.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve common goals.
• Building Relationships: Fosters positive working relationships with colleagues.
• Receiving Feedback: Accepts feedback from leaders and colleagues and responds positively.

 Adaptability and Continuous Learning

• Flexibility: Adapts to various roles and responsibilities, embracing new challenges.
• Openness to Change: Embraces new processes, technologies, and environments.
• Resilience: Maintains performance under pressure and quickly recovers from setbacks.
• Learning Agility: Continuously seeks opportunities to learn and improve.
• Adaptability in Structure: Adjusts to changes in organisational structure and responsibilities.

Time Management and Reliability

• Prioritisation: Identifies and focuses on high-priority tasks.
• Reliability and Dependability: Consistently delivers quality work on time.
• Efficiency: Makes optimal use of time and resources.
• Punctuality: Arrives on time and manages time efficiently.

Professional Conduct and Integrity

• Appearance and Conduct: Maintains a professional appearance and demeanour.
• Respect for Others: Treats colleagues, partners, and clients with respect.
• Confidentiality: Safeguards sensitive information.
• Respect for Leadership Decisions: Supports leadership decisions and understands their organisational impact.

Leadership and Proactivity

• Influence: Positively influences and motivates others.
• Initiative: Takes proactive actions without waiting for prompts.
• Responsibility: Takes ownership of tasks and leads by example.
• Fearless Feedback: Raises issues, concerns, or risks appropriately.

Work Ethic and Accountability

• Honesty: Remains truthful and transparent in all dealings.
• Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions and their outcomes.
• Commitment to Quality: Strives to produce high-quality work consistently.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in work.
• Compliance with Policies: Diligently adheres to company policies and guidelines

About You

The ideal candidate for this position is passionate about building web applications that will have a positive impact on users' lives. You should have a strong background in full stack development and be able to demonstrate proficiency in modern frontend and backend technologies. You have experience working with scalable web applications and understand the complexities of building maintainable, secure, performant systems. Good communication skills are also important, as you will be responsible for writing code, drafting proposals, and submitting pull requests. You possess leadership skills and use these skills to lead others.

Overall, the ideal candidate for this position is passionate about technology, has a strong work ethic, and is committed to delivering high-quality work that will have a positive impact on users' lives.

Core Requirements

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years full stack development experience
• Strong proficiency in one or more of the following tech stacks:
  • Ruby on Rails Stack: Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, TailwindCSS/Hotwire, RSpec, with deployment on AWS/Heroku
  • Java Stack: Spring Boot/Java EE, Angular/React, PostgreSQL/Oracle, with on-premise or AWS deployment
  • JavaScript/Node.js Stack: js/Express, React (MERN) or Angular (MEAN), MongoDB, with deployment on Vercel/Netlify/AWS/DigitalOcean
• Experience with RESTful API design and development
• Strong database design and optimization experience
• Experienced in functional programming and Object Orientated Programming
• Experienced in Test-Driven Development (TDD)

Required Skills and Attributes

• Demonstrated experience in testing and test automation for both frontend and backend applications
• Experience using source control systems like Git and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) tools like GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Travis CI, or CircleCI
• Experience with modern build tools and dependency management(Maven/Gradle, npm/yarn, Bundler)
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript
• Understanding of responsive design and modern CSS frameworks
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Heroku, Vercel, Netlify, DigitalOcean)
• Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and deployment strategies
• Understanding of web application architecture and best practices
• Understanding of web security (OWASP top 10 etc)
• Database management experience with both SQL and NoSQL databases
• Demonstrate debugging and problem-solving skills across the full stack

Advantageous Skills and Experience

• Previous experience mentoring and leading a team
• Multi-stack experience across Ruby on Rails, Java/Spring Boot, and/or Node.js ecosystems
• Experience with advanced AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda, etc.)
• Knowledge of message broking systems (Apache Kafka, Redis, RabbitMQ)
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis) and advanced SQL optimization
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Experience with GraphQL APIs and modern API design patterns
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience with performance optimization and monitoring tools
• Knowledge of security best practices for web applications
• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Experience in developing mobile applications.

Our Benefits:

• Competitive contributions to Group Medical Aid and a Group Life Scheme.
• Apple computer provided to ensure a seamless and productive work experience.
• Flexible work environment supporting your personal and professional balance.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.
• Inclusive culture with regular social events and team-building activities.
  

Why Glucode SA

• Recognised for our achievements - we have won awards for our inspiring office design and as one of the best places to work - excellence goes beyond the work that we deliver, it is one of the first stepping stones in the Glucode experience.
• You will have access to senior leadership and frequent opportunities to collaborate directly with company leaders - a rare touch point in most companies that encourages personal and career growth.
• Work on meaningful projects that harness technology to make the world a better place.
• A vibrant community that values fun, connection, and celebration - from year-end bashes to regular team outings.
  

How To Apply
Simply click on the "Apply" button. We value your unique skills and qualities, and to better understand you, we've prepared a few short questions. Take a moment to provide your thoughtful responses, and we look forward to connecting with you soon.

Want to know more? Head over to our webpage www.glucode.com and follow us on our LinkedIn page