C++ Software Developer at DotActiv

Description
At DotActiv, we pride ourselves on providing the South African retail market with high-quality category management software and advisory services aimed at making in-store shopping an all-round better experience. C++ software developers at DotActiv utilise a technology stack that includes the MFC Framework to deliver a standalone application solution which interacts with a Microsoft SQL or PostgreSQL database. We also utilise git and bitbucket to handle our source code.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Translating application storyboards and use cases into functional applications;
• Designing, building, and maintaining efficient, reusable, and reliable C++ code;
• Ensuring the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications;
• Identifying bottlenecks and bugs, and devising solutions to these problems; and
• Maintaining code quality, organisation, and automatisation.

Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2-3 years relevant business experience and expertise in an IT development environment
• Grade 12 as per the national senior certificate requirements (Umalusi endorsed and must include higher grade Mathematics with a minimum of 70%);
• A relevant IT certification by a recognised and acknowledged issuing authority. For example, A+, N+, MCSE, MCP, MCT, VCP, VCSP and more;
• Proficient in C++, with a good knowledge of its ecosystems;
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming;
• Skill for writing reusable C++ libraries;
• Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application;
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server (PostgreSQL would be advantageous);
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests;
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (such as Git);

Benefits
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM DOTACTIV:

• You’ll receive a Cost to Company of between R20k and R30k, depending on your qualifications and experience;
• This is a remote-working position, which allows you the flexibility to be based anywhere in South Africa.
• You’ll have a say over product decisions.
• You’ll have a chance to upskill yourself in any field that adds value to your current position;