VAS-X (Pty) Ltd

Senior software developer

VAS-X (Pty) Ltd  •  South Africa (Remote)  •  2 hours ago
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Job Description

  1. System Design & Architecture:
  • Lead and drive the architectural design of large-scale, complex systems.
  • Make high-level design and technical decisions to ensure scalability, security, and maintainability.
  • Define and enforce best practices, architectural guidelines, and coding standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align system architecture with business goals.
  1. Development & Coding:
  • Design, develop, and optimize high-performance, enterprise-grade Java applications.
  • Ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices through rigorous code reviews.
  • Drive the adoption of modern development frameworks, tools, and methodologies.
  • Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide scalable solutions.
  1. Research & Technology Evaluation:
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their impact on existing and future projects.
  • Drive innovation by recommending and implementing cutting-edge solutions.
  • Stay ahead of industry trends and contribute to strategic technology roadmaps.
  1. Software Testing & Integration:
  • Define and implement best practices for automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies.
  • Lead the creation of unit, integration, and performance testing frameworks.
  • Ensure software reliability by conducting thorough code analysis and debugging.
  1. Environment Configuration & Maintenance:
  • Oversee and optimize development, testing, and production environments.
  • Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Proactively identify and resolve environment-related challenges.
  1. Documentation & Reporting:
  • Maintain high-quality technical documentation, including system architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Provide clear, concise reports on project status, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.
  • Document and communicate architectural decisions and trade-offs effectively.
  1. Mentorship & Team Leadership:
  • Mentor and coach junior and intermediate developers to enhance their technical skills.
  • Promote knowledge sharing and foster a culture of continuous learning within the team.
  • Lead technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture reviews.
  1. Client Interaction & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Act as a technical liaison between clients, business analysts, and development teams.
  • Gather requirements, translate business needs into technical solutions, and manage expectations.
  • Provide expert guidance and support to clients, ensuring technical feasibility and business alignment.
  1. Continuous Improvement & Innovation:
  • Drive process improvements, automation, and best practices to enhance software development efficiency.
  • Identify and eliminate bottlenecks to improve system performance and reliability.
  • Contribute to defining and refining agile development methodologies within the team.
  1. Adherence to Standards & Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with industry regulations, security standards, and best practices.
  • Enforce VAS-X’s development standards, coding guidelines, and quality assurance processes.
  • Advocate for clean code, software craftsmanship, and technical excellence.
VAS-X (Pty) Ltd

About VAS-X (Pty) Ltd

Driving Telecoms Leadership in Africa.

We are the strategic powerhouse in African telecoms, empowering operators to lead the telco market and orchestrate their future. For over 25 years, VAS-X has delivered cutting-edge OSS/BSS and Electronic Value Management solutions, built by Africans, for Africa's unique and dynamic demands.

Our Sync, Connect, and Activate platforms are designed for peak performance, enabling seamless integration, unparalleled efficiency, and accelerated growth. We specialise in advanced billing, comprehensive customer management, real-time recharge, credit management, and on-demand provisioning.

As part of the Lumine Group (TSXV:LMN), we offer long-term stability and leverage a global network of 30+ sister companies and over 3,300 experts. This unparalleled resource fuels our continuous innovation and commitment to security, ensuring we always deliver first-time-right solutions.

Led by a management team with over 140 years of combined ICT experience in demanding emerging markets, VAS-X doesn't just adapt to future technologies—we drive them. We are committed to exceeding client expectations, fostering a high-performance culture, and positively impacting through initiatives like our graduate program, which cultivates tomorrow's leaders.

Choose VAS-X. Lead the Way.

Industry
Telecommunications
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Durbanville, ZA
Year Founded
1999
Website
vas-x.com
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