Software Engineer: Back-End at Capitec Bank

About the Role

• As a Software Engineer – Back-End I, you will play a key role in building and integrating APIs, supporting system integration, and enabling conversational elements within our banking products. You will join a cross-functional team focused on back-end development for Conversational Banking initiatives, helping us address capacity challenges and deliver scalable solutions.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Build and integrate APIs, supporting internal systems and conversational banking platforms.
• Design, implement, and optimise back-end components using Java (Spring Boot), JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and support for conversational banking.
• Support system integration, capacity planning, troubleshooting, and operational excellence.
• Contribute to project development and success, sharing knowledge and supporting team deliverables.
• Maintain and improve code quality through automated testing, CI/CD, and secure coding practices (DevSecOps).
• Stay up to date with back-end and conversational AI technologies, and participate in continuous learning.

Our Ideal Candidate

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology or Computer Science (other qualifications considered based on experience).
• 1+ years’ experience in back-end software development, project delivery, and implementation.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in Java (Spring Boot), JavaScript, TypeScript, and Python.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or similar database technologies.
• Possesses knowledge of conversational systems and API development.
• Shows interest or experience in conversational banking and AI platforms.
• Exhibits analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Communications Skills
• Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills
• Problem solving skills