Senior Software Developer

Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 7 – 10 years
Location: Victoria Island

Company: Sahara Group

Accountabilities

Build, test, and deploy full-stack applications (both front-end and back-end), ensuring they are optimized for performance and scalability.
Work alongside product managers, business analysts, and other key stakeholders to design and deliver essential software solutions for the business.
Utilize front-end technologies such as React, Angular, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and other modern frameworks.
Develop back-end services using technologies such as Node.js, Python (Django/Flask), Java, or equivalent server-side frameworks.
Create and maintain RESTful APIs, integrating them with front-end applications and other systems.
Design and manage databases like SQL Server, MySQL, and MongoDB, along with caching systems such as Redis.
Focus on automating business processes by pinpointing areas for efficiency improvements and creating solutions to automate repetitive tasks and workflows.
Guarantee the production of high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to industry-standard best practices and coding guidelines.
Engage in Agile development methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-up meetings, and code reviews, to facilitate iterative and ongoing improvements.
Continuously enhance the performance, security, and scalability of applications and workflows.
Provide hands-on development knowledge throughout the complete software development lifecycle, from gathering requirements and analysis to deployment and post-launch support.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
7-10 years of hands-on experience in full-stack development with a proven track record of building web and mobile applications.
Strong experience with front-end technologies, such as React, Angular, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
Proficient in back-end development with experience in Node.js, Python (Django/Flask), Java, or similar frameworks.
Extensive experience working with databases like SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, and caching mechanisms such as Redis.
Experience in building and maintaining RESTful APIs.
Familiarity with cloud services and deployment platforms such as AWS, Azure, or other Cloud.
Solid experience with Agile methodologies, and hands-on experience in sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups.

Skills & Competencies

Hands-on expertise in full-stack development, with a strong ability to work on both front-end and back-end technologies.
Strong Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Functional Programming skills, with a focus on scalability and performance.
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify automation opportunities and develop solutions that align with business goals.
Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working in an Agile development environment.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on practical business applications and process optimization.
Effective Communication and Relationship Building
Analytical Thinking and Sound Decision Making
Proactive and Solution-Oriented Mindset
Strong Business Orientation and Strategic Focus

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