Full-Stack Senior Software Engineer at Yoco

• Writing code for our mobile and web applications using React, NodeJS, React Native and Redux (with some gentle sprinkles of Objective C and Java as required).
• Building APIs and services on our backend using Scala and PostgreSQL.
• You will help decide and plan which features we will build, and how they are architected and implemented.
• Build features and products that are easy to use and help our customers grow their businesses.
• Able to mentor and share knowledge with junior Software Engineers.
• You will work closely with your team, which includes other Software Engineers, Product Management(s), our design and UX minds as well as members of the broader Yoco Team

IDEAL CANDIDATE | WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR? 

Who you are:

• You are happy writing both back-end code and doing some front-end work on Web and Mobile applications.
• You can take a feature or product all the way from conception to release.
• You are willing to work with and guide junior developers to help you deliver solutions.
• You enjoy using and are not afraid to learn new and exciting technologies.
• You are excellent at solving complicated problems, understanding real-world issues and delivering high-quality software.
• You can deliver stable yet flexible software that allows us to iterate quickly to deliver features.
• You build re-usable solutions that others can use to avoid re-inventing the wheel every time.

Key requirements to perform responsibilities:

• 6+ years as a professional software engineer.
• Experience with both back-end and front-end development.
• BSc Computer Science or equivalent is highly encouraged.
• SQL database experience.

Bonus points:

• Experience with Scala or another functional language.
• Experience with JavaScript, React or React-Native.
• Knowledge of multiple programming languages
• Mobile development experience.
• Experience leading teams, designing and architecting products, working with customers all a plus.

THE YOCO FORMULA - HOW WE CREATE VALUE

The Yoco formula is a validated approach to work and a set of behaviours that create maximum value for our customers and help us grow.

Core Values - Our way of working to create value & grow

• Stay Connected
• Make Space to Explore
• Keep it Simple
• Master your Craft

Leadership Principles - How we show up, engage & treat each other

• Get to know each other personally
• Say what you think and challenge me directly
• Be courageous and focus forward
• Don’t let ego get in the way