Senior Software Engineer at xPlug Technologies Limited

xPlug Technologies Limited is an internet generation company based in Lagos (Nigeria) with major inclination in Software Development, Web Portal Technology and Application Development on Web, Mobile and Desktop platforms. Our core business model is hinged on Software as a Service (SaaS), cutting across several business entities. We provide both customized and Off-shelf software to aid business operations and managements.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior Software Engineer

Location: Surulere, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

This role is responsible for leading and overseeing the development and implementation of new software systems, update existing software and conduct feasibility studies on company systems.
Responsible for writing codes, applications, create reports, mentor junior developers and collaborate with the product delivery team.

Job Responsibilities

Produce clean, efficient code based on specifications, create technical documentation for reference and reporting, integrate software components and third-party programs, Verify and deploy programs and systems, Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software, Gather and evaluate user feedback, Recommend and execute improvements.
Back-end and database development based on the requirements
Execute full software development life cycle (SDLC)
Transform software designs and specifications into high functioning code in the appropriate language.
Work closely with analysts, designers and other staff on software projects.
Implement standard designs, architecture and security development.
Understanding and hands-on experience on CI/CD pipeline.
Implement modular designs and microservice architecture.
Learn emerging and new technologies and adopt future-proof technology.
Align systems to business strategy & Delivery of Services and resolution of issues.
Prompt response to requests on product development activities.
Prompt resolution and management of issues with vendors.

Requirements

Qualification: B.Sc / HND
Experience: 3 – 8 years

Technical Competencies:

Strong knowledge of coding languages such as C# and ASP.NET
Strong knowledge of software development with Winforms, MVC and ASP.NET Core
Strong knowledge of database technologies such as PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server and similar engines
Indepth knowledge of building Web API/REST API Services, cosumption, and integration
Good understanding of JavaScript, particularly JQuery
Good knowledge of web technologies such as Razor, HTML, CSS and Javascript
Excellent knowledge of Object-Relational Mapping (ORM) frameworks (especially Entity Framework)
Extensive experience with software design and development in a test-driven environment
Experience in project deployment, configuration and management.
Excellent understanding and use of code private code repositories and versioning system.
Knowledge of javascript frameworks such as ReactJS, AngularJS (added advantage)
Mobile Application development, Native language, including use of Xamarin. (added advantage)

Required Skills:

Able to work in a fast paced environment & complete projects to schedule.
Ability to multi-task, react quickly to shifting priorities and meet deadlines.
Proactive, confident and with a positive “can-do” attitude.
Able to clearly communicate technical data to non technical colleagues and clients.
Project management skills
Good relationship management skills
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Working knowledge of Agile development methodologies
Good team working skills
High sense of responsibility, accountability and dependability
Resourcefulness and troubleshooting aptitude coupled with focus and follow-through attitude
High integrity and ethical standards
Problem Solving and Decision Making
Managing Resources
Business Focus
Supervisory / Managerial Skills.
Attention to detail.