Develop existing applications and contribute to development of new applications by analyzing and identifying areas for modification and improvement. Develop new routine applications to meet customer requirements.
Applications Software Maintenance
Monitor, identify, and correct more complex software defects to maintain fully functioning applications software.
Design and Conceptualization
Produce multiple concepts and prototypes to design digital products/services.
Technical Developments Recommendation
Discuss and recommend technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/applications software and supporting infrastructure to better meet users' needs.
Application Software Road Map
Contribute to and maintain a roadmap to facilitate application software development and ensure the development work is prioritized in line with business requirements.
Faults Diagnosis and Correction
Provide fault isolation and resolution to limit and address issues promptly.
Documentation
Create and maintain complex technical and/or user documentation to a high standard.
Testing Information Technology (IT) Performance
Design and perform website/applications software tests and respond to user emails to monitor, diagnose, and correct performance issues.
Operational Compliance
Information Security
Implement required security measures, such as firewalls or message encryption, and provide input on their design, monitoring performance to notify security experts of any problems.
Horizon Scanning
Explore and develop a detailed understanding of external developments or emerging issues and contribute to the evaluation of their potential impact on, or usefulness to the organization.
Data Collection and Analysis
Conduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.
Analysis of "As Is" and "To Be"
Document "as is" and "to be" processes and describe the changes required to migrate to the "to be" capability to record accurately the change required.
Technical Database Support
Design distribution of basic database resources and provide physical modeling and design services to tune database applications for optimum performance.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Required Skills
5+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Software Engineer, with a track record of delivering complex projects.
Expertise in front-end technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and experience with modern front-end frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
Strong proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., JavaScript, Python, Ruby) and expertise in web application frameworks.
In-depth knowledge of database systems, including design, optimization, and complex query writing.
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills, with a focus on optimizing application performance.
Exceptional communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities.
Commitment to staying updated with emerging industry trends and technologies.
Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture.
Previous leadership or mentorship experience within a development team.
Competencies
Business Insight
Collaborates
Communicates Effectively
Courage
Cultivates Innovation
Decision Quality
Drives Results
Ensures Accountability
Education
NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent
Closing Date
17 June 2026 , 23:59
The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in quest
Benefits
Equity / stock options
Additional Information
Let's Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
Design, code, develop, test and implement integration and supporting application development components and systems. Perform business analysis and software analysis. May coordinate projects and perform system maintenance activities.
Oldmutual · Johannesburg, South Africa