Key Responsibilities: Strategic and Project Management: Lead Software Development: Take ownership of the design, development, and implementation of new software features and system requirements. Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with project managers and business stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Mentor Junior Developers: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers to ensure their growth and development. Deliver Projects On Time: Manage project timelines and resources, ensuring delivery within scope, on schedule, and within budget. Innovate: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies, proposing innovative solutions to improve development processes. Operations and Support: Application Development & Maintenance: Develop and maintain .NET webform applications and C# services that meet business requirements. Troubleshoot & Resolve Issues: Address issues reported by users, ensuring timely resolutions through the helpdesk and incident management processes. Code Quality & Best Practices: Perform code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and maintain high coding standards. Optimize Performance: Continuously improve application performance, reliability, and scalability. Documentation: Create and maintain clear and comprehensive technical documentation for software development processes and application features. Environment Management: Maintain Development & Production Environments: Ensure the development and production environments are secure, stable, and perform. Database Management: Manage and maintain the MS SQL database, ensuring data integrity, security, and optimal performance. Application Performance & Security: Implement performance monitoring tools and security measures to safeguard applications. Seamless Integration: Work with the infrastructure team to ensure smooth integration and deployment of software. System Audits: Conduct regular system audits to identify opportunities for improvement and ensure systems remain optimized. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in software development, with a strong background in .NET and C# development. Technical Skills: Proficiency in .NET and C# for webform and service-oriented application development. Experience with MS SQL Database and managing SQL queries. Knowledge of console applications and service-oriented architecture (SOA). Strong understanding of application performance optimization and troubleshooting. Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail. Soft Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams. Proven ability to work in a team-oriented environment and mentor junior developers. Preferred Skills: Agile Methodologies: Experience working in Agile development environments. DevOps & CI/CD: Knowledge of DevOps practices and experience working with CI/CD pipelines. Certifications: Relevant certifications in .NET, C#, or project management (e.g., PMP, ScrumMaster) are a plus. Work Environment: Office-Based: This is an office-based role where youll have access to all the tools and technologies necessary for software development. Collaboration: Youll be working closely with a team of skilled professionals in an innovative and dynamic work environment. Why Join Us?: Impactful Work : Take ownership of key projects that contribute directly to the success of the business. Career Growth: Gain the opportunity to mentor junior developers and help shape the development teams future. Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive, team-oriented environment where your ideas are valued. Apply now If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly. For more IT jobs, please visit www.networkrecruitment.co.za . If you wish to send your CV per email forward your CV to clombardnetworkrecruitment.co.za and copy the reference number in brackets in the subject line of your e-mail. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any further possible positions.