Job Description

Job Summary This opportunity is tailored for a motivated individual ready to launch their career in software engineering. The role of Junior Software Engineer (Back End) offers hands-on exposure to modern technologies, scalable system design, and agile delivery practices xe2x80x94 all within a collaborative, high-performance development environment.Ideal for early-career professionals with a passion for building clean, efficient code and learning from experienced engineers, this role focuses on backend development using the .NET (C#) framework. From writing unit tests to supporting production systems and contributing to new feature development, the position provides a solid foundation for long-term technical growth.Reach out to:Duties:

• Assist in the development, maintenance, and deployment of backend software in accordance with engineering standards.
• Write and execute unit tests to support quality assurance across deliverables.
• Support the maintenance and enhancement of existing systems and contribute to new feature development.
• Collaborate with senior engineers and development teams to deliver high-quality backend solutions.
• Participate in issue resolution and troubleshooting as part of ongoing production support.
• Document software components, development workflows, and related processes for team use.

Job Experience & Skills Required:
Qualifications:

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.

Experience:

• 12 years of practical experience in backend software development, or relevant internship experience.
• Exposure to the full software development lifecycle, ideally in an agile or collaborative team setting.

Skills & Competencies:

• Basic understanding of object-oriented programming principles, preferably with experience in C# and the .NET framework.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and microservice architecture.
• Exposure to relational databases (e.g., SQL Server) and query writing.
• Awareness of fundamental software testing practices and code quality assurance.
• Willingness to learn new tools, adapt quickly to changing technologies, and engage with complex problems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to producing clean, reliable code.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.

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