One cross-channel platform for secure authentication of customers and payments alike, without unnecessary friction.
Senior Software Engineer – Authentication
Location
South Africa
Posted
167 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Software Engineer – Authentication
Entersekt
• Develop, test, and maintain robust, scalable microservices that process large volumes of requests in real time. • Assist in the design of new features, ensuring high-performance and secure implementations. • Mentor and guide junior engineers in delivering high quality products. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative, data-driven solutions. • Work closely with DevOps to ensure smooth deployment and scaling of microservices in cloud environments (AWS). • Drive architectural improvements for high-performance, fault-tolerant systems.
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of experience with general-purpose programming languages such as Java, Python, or Golang. Golang experience is preferred.
- Proven track record of mentoring junior team members.
- Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS. Familiarity with key AWS services such as EKS, Aurora, Lambda, S3 and API Gateway, and experience deploying and managing applications in cloud environments.
- Experience with containerisation and orchestration technologies, such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm, for managing microservices-based architectures.
- A strong understanding of software architecture, with experience building and scaling microservices for high-performance environments.
- Familiarity with security best practices, including knowledge of cryptography, public key infrastructure (PKI), and secure system design.
- Experience with automated testing, including unit, integration, and performance tests, to ensure software quality and stability.
- Agile experience: familiarity with Scrum or Kanban methodologies, contributing effectively in cross-functional agile teams.
- A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is preferred, though relevant experience is highly valued.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours
- Remote work options
- Professional development opportunities
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