Job Description
As the Lead Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for guiding the technical direction of the team, mentoring developers, and ensuring successful delivery of complex solutions. Youll work across the full stack, with a strong focus on Java (back-end) and Angular (front-end), while helping shape best practices and maintaining high coding standards.
What you’ll do:
- Lead a team of developers, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical direction.
- Architect, design, and implement scalable full-stack solutions.
- Drive best practices in coding, testing, DevOps, and CI/CD.
- Collaborate closely with business analysts, architects, and client stakeholders.
- Conduct code reviews and ensure code quality and maintainability.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance existing systems.
- Contribute to improving team processes and development standards.
Your Expertise:
- 10+ years software development experience.
- Strong expertise in Java (including Spring Framework / Spring Boot).
- Front?end experience using Angular.
- Solid experience leading development teams or being the technical lead on projects.
- Strong understanding of relational databases and proficiency with SQL.
- Experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS) advantageous.
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker advantageous.
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and concepts, including:
- Bamboo (CI/CD)
- Nexus (artifact management)
- Similar DevOps toolchains
- Experience in consulting environments is a plus.
Soft Skills & Attributes
- Strong communicator with the ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Natural mentor and leader with a collaborative mindset.
- Proactive problem solver with high attention to detail.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in fast-paced client environments.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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