Intermediate Software Engineer - iOS (Hybrid, South Africa) - Sandton, Gauteng (Hybrid)

• Intermediate Software Engineer - iOS
• (Hybrid, South Africa) - Sandton, Gauteng (Hybrid)

About Glucode

Glucode is a company that specialises in designing and developing apps for various businesses worldwide. We help our clients create globally competitive apps across different sectors, such as finance, insurance, health, transport, and entertainment.

We are a diverse team of dreamers, creators, and problem solvers who believe in making the world a better place through technology. We collaborate with our clients and teams to solve problems in the best possible way and uphold our core values of: curiosity, courage, integrity, quality, and passion. Our mission is to be the best mobile partner for companies and work with those whose values align with our own to create beautifully designed, meaningful, easy to use, mobile apps that make a real impact in the world.

About the Job

The Intermediate Software Engineer role is a mid-level position within the engineering team, responsible for implementing moderately complex features and optimising existing code. This role requires a solid technical background, good problem-solving skills, and effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and drive projects to successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development

Implement moderately complex features, perform code optimisation, and refactor existing code

Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards

Collaborate with team members to ensure successful completion of tasks

Complete daily, accurate timesheets that is submitted weekly for review

Technical Leadership

Provide guidance and support to junior developers, sharing knowledge and expertise

Participate in design discussions and contribute to technical decision-making

Quality Assurance

Ensure code quality by conducting thorough testing and debugging

Collaborate with the QA team to develop and execute test plans and test cases

Learning and Skill Development

Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies

Continuously develop technical skills and adapt to new technologies as required

Collaboration and Teamwork

Collaborate with team members, contributing to planning, estimation, and prioritisation of tasks

Work closely with other departments (e.g., Product, Sales, Marketing) to ensure alignment of engineering goals with overall business objectives

Other:

Complete daily, accurate timesheets that is submitted weekly for review

Key Competencies:

Technical Expertise

Good proficiency in one or more programming languages, frameworks, and tools

Good understanding of software development methodologies, best practices, and design patterns

Good familiarity with system architecture, data structures, algorithms, and performance optimisation techniques

Good at implementing solutions effectively, ensuring proper follow-through and adjustment.

Leadership and Coaching

Good at guiding, coaching, and supporting junior developers

Good experience in contributing to cross-functional teams and fostering collaboration among team members

Good understanding and consideration for a broader range of perspectives.

Project Management

Good organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently

Good ability to adapt to changing priorities and maintain focus on project objectives

Communication and Collaboration

Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Good interpersonal skills, with a focus on building rapport and fostering teamwork

Good at providing constructive feedback that fosters team development and personal growth.

Problem Solving and Critical Thinking

Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address complex technical challenges

Good at evaluating trade-offs and making informed decisions based on available data and resources

Good skills in creating creative solutions to a broader range of challenges

Key Behaviours:

Values Alignment

Company Values: Adheres to the company’s values in all professional behaviours.

Cultural Sensitivity: Respects and values diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Engagement: Actively participates in and commits to the company’s mission and culture.

Collaboration and Teamwork

Participation: Actively participates in team meetings and activities, contributing ideas, feedback, and support.

Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve common goals.

Building Relationships: Fosters positive working relationships with colleagues.

Receiving Feedback: Accepts feedback from leaders and colleagues and responds positively.

Adaptability and Continuous Learning

Flexibility: Adapts to various roles and responsibilities, embracing new challenges.

Openness to Change: Embraces new processes, technologies, and environments.

Resilience: Maintains performance under pressure and quickly recovers from setbacks.

Learning Agility: Continuously seeks opportunities to learn and improve.

Adaptability in Structure: Adjusts to changes in organisational structure and responsibilities.

Time Management and Reliability

Prioritisation: Identifies and focuses on high-priority tasks.

Reliability and Dependability: Consistently delivers quality work on time.

Efficiency: Makes optimal use of time and resources.

Punctuality: Arrives on time and manages time efficiently.

Professional Conduct and Integrity

Appearance and Conduct: Maintains a professional appearance and demeanour.

Respect for Others: Treats colleagues, partners, and clients with respect.

Confidentiality: Safeguards sensitive information.

Respect for Leadership Decisions: Supports leadership decisions and understands their organisational impact.

Leadership and Proactivity

Influence: Positively influences and motivates others.

Initiative: Takes proactive actions without waiting for prompts.

Responsibility: Takes ownership of tasks and leads by example.

Fearless Feedback: Raises issues, concerns, or risks appropriately.

Work Ethic and Accountability

Honesty: Remains truthful and transparent in all dealings.

Accountability: Takes responsibility for actions and their outcomes.

Commitment to Quality: Strives to produce high-quality work consistently.

Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in work.

Compliance with Policies: Diligently adheres to company policies and guidelines.

About You

At Glucode we value individuals who are proactive and have a strong sense of responsibility. We encourage teamwork and collaboration, but we also believe in giving our employees the freedom to take the initiative and work on individual projects.

The ideal candidate for this position is someone who is passionate about building apps that will have a positive impact on users' lives. You should have a strong background in programming and be able to demonstrate proficiency in a variety of programming languages. Knowledge of Flutter is a plus.

Overall, the ideal candidate for this position is someone who is passionate about technology, has a strong work ethic, and is committed to delivering high-quality work that will have a positive impact on users' lives.

Core Requirements

BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience in Objective-C/Swift/UIKit and other native iOS frameworks is mandatory.

3-5 years of experience in iOS development.

Experience in using AppStore Connect: This means that you have experience in the process of submitting and managing iOS applications in the App Store.

Required Skills and Experience

Knowledge and proficiency in OOP principles, general software development, and TDD.