Senior Software Engineer at Soft Alliance & Resources Limited

Soft Alliance is a highly-driven organization, motivated to help businesses run efficient processes and deliver services effectively. For over sixteen (16) years, we have delivered high-end IT services to many organizations. Through our diverse experience and expertise, we have led the largest ERP system implementation in both private and public sectors in West Africa and have implemented over 80% of the successful ERP implementations in Nigeria.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Lagos
Job type: Full-time

Position Overview

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer with 7 - 10 years of expertise in designing, developing, and managing complex software solutions. This role requires proficiency in full-stack development, particularly in payment systems, legacy application support (e.g., PHP), and modern technologies such as plate detection systems.
• As a technical leader, you will guide a team of developers, ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in both front-end and back-end development, with proficiency in C#, Java, JavaScript, Node.js, and frameworks like React, while staying abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership:

• Oversee the software development lifecycle from design to deployment and maintenance.
• Drive adoption of modern practices such as Agile methodologies, DevOps principles, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Define and uphold the architectural vision for secure, reusable, and scalable software solutions.
• Troubleshoot complex challenges and serve as the technical escalation point for the team.

Legacy System Support:

• Maintain and enhance legacy applications, including those built on PHP.
• Strategize and execute modernization efforts for legacy systems, ensuring seamless business operations during transitions.

Team Management:

• Lead a multidisciplinary team of developers, offering mentorship, training, and performance feedback.
• Conduct code reviews and enforce industry-standard coding practices.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and innovation.

Application Development & Delivery:

• Build robust back-end systems using languages and frameworks such as Java, C#, Node.js, Spring Boot, and Kotlin.
• Develop responsive, user-friendly front-end interfaces using frameworks like React, Vue.js, and Angular.
• Design and optimize RESTful APIs and GraphQL services to enable seamless integration across systems.
• Ensure compliance with global payment security standards, such as PCI DSS.

Project Management & Collaboration:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable technical plans.
• Manage resources, timelines, and deliverables to meet project objectives within scope and budget.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including workflows and system designs.

Innovation & Continuous Improvement:

• Explore emerging technologies such as WebAssembly, Rust, blockchain, and AI/ML for potential application.
• Advocate for cloud-first development leveraging platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Spearhead initiatives to optimize system performance, scalability, and security while reducing technical debt.

Qualifications
Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Microsoft Certified Azure Developer, Certified Java Developer) are a plus.

Core Competencies:

• Proficient in modern programming languages: C#, Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, PHP, Node.js, and React.
• Extensive experience with payment gateways, transaction security standards (e.g., PCI DSS), and automation platforms.
• Proven ability to design and implement microservices architectures, event-driven systems, and scalable applications.
• Strong database management skills with SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, Redis).

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in front-end frameworks: React, Vue.js, Next.js, and Svelte.
• Proficiency in back-end frameworks: Spring Boot, ASP.NET Core, Express.js, NestJS, and Laravel.
• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools: Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with secure authentication protocols (e.g., OAuth2, JWT) and modern cloud platforms.

Leadership Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead development teams through complex projects, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to mentor team members and foster career growth.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their resume and a brief cover letter indicating their preferred department(s) to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.