Senior Software Development Engineer at AnyVan

The technologies we work with include;

• We're a cloud-first organisation and use AWS
• Back end - Java - with Spring - and Python
• Front end - Javascript - using Vue.js
• We’re not against exploring other languages where appropriate, with other projects using TypeScript. And of course, no scale up would be complete without a legacy PHP stack we’re slowly migrating away from! Well, no-one’s perfect…

What you'll be doing:

• Troubleshoot and solve complex software issues using the coding languages above to help scale and future proof the business
• Deliver excellent production ready, logical and pragmatic code in the following languages, following best-in-class agile processes
• Communicate and collaborate working with technical and non-technical stakeholders to anticipate and communicate blockers, manage expectations and solve problems
• Ensure testing techniques and frameworks are considered and champion improvements to achieve company quality goals more efficiently
• Mentor and develop more junior colleagues

Set for Success:

• Experience working with our tech stack or experience working in similar languages with a desire to work in our tech stack
• Genuine passion for the end product and delivering outstanding customer solutions with pragmatic, logical and maintainable code
• Enjoy working with internal stakeholders to consistently deliver against key projects
• An understanding of web development practices and technologies and tools. Exposure to e-commerce a bonus
• Familiar with software architecture patterns, database optimisations, infrastructure, scalability and deployment
• A broad understanding of the software development lifecycle and practical hands-on experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery & QA
• Experience working in and driving an Agile development environment
• A bias to action and the capability to deliver good work quickly
• The ability to commute to our offices in the Central Business District at least 3 days a week
• A strong alignment with our company values and able to make an impact!

Perks of the job:

• A highly competitive salary that reflects your value
• Take a Break: 20 days of holiday plus public holidays and Christmas Eve on us
• Keeping you healthy: ZAR1,000 per month towards medical aid with Momentum or Discovery
• Prepare for the future: Pension Fund with 5% employee and 5% employer contributions
• Travel: We've got your evening commute covered with transport home after 7pm, car park space if you drive and showers and towels if you cycle
• Keeping you refreshed: Enjoy an in-house barista and free fruit every day
• Social Scene: Thursday and Friday drinks, and regular social activities
• Celebrating Success: 1/4 performance awards with prizes and an annual performance awards - last years winner enjoyed a 4 day all expenses paid trip to the French alps!
• Skills Booster: Opportunity to join a disruptive Technology Leader and be part of a fast-growing, innovative company reshaping the industry