The Software Engineer III is a senior technical specialist responsible for the design, development, support, integration, and continuous improvement of complex enterprise applications and systems. The role combines software engineering, systems analysis, production support, integrations, and DevOps responsibilities, requiring a hands-on professional who can independently deliver scalable solutions while ensuring system stability and performance. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities are critical, as the role includes support of business-critical production environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesSolution Design & Development- Lead the analysis, design, development, testing, and implementation of enterprise software solutions.
- Translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and system architectures.
- Develop clean, maintainable, and secure code using modern development practices.
- Produce technical specifications, UML diagrams, and system documentation.
- Drive adherence to engineering standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes.
- Collaborate with Architects, Analysts, Designers, Testers, and business stakeholders throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve complex production issues and system defects.
- Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative improvements.
- Support and enhance existing applications, integrations, and databases.
- Participate in after-hours support, deployments, and release activities when required.
- Design, develop, and support integration solutions using REST APIs and SOAP services.
- Perform and oversee unit, integration, performance, and automated testing.
- Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, release management, and deployment processes.
- Manage source control, code reviews, and development governance.
- Act as a technical lead on large and complex initiatives.
- Mentor and support Software Engineers I and II.
- Lead code reviews and drive engineering best practices.
- Contribute to Communities of Practice and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Agile Foundation Training.
- Security training, including OWASP Top 10.
- Relevant software development, design, or technical certifications.
- 5+ years' experience in software development.
- Experience delivering complex enterprise applications.
- Experience supporting production systems and troubleshooting critical incidents.
- Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments.
- Experience with enterprise integrations and release management.
- Retail industry exposure advantageous.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving ability.
- Technical leadership and mentoring capability.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Results-driven with a strong focus on quality and delivery.
- Collaborative team player who works effectively across business and technical teams.
- Adaptable and resilient in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
- Passion for technology, continuous improvement, and innovation.
- Willingness to participate in production support and after-hours deployment activities when required.
Technical Skills:Software Development
- C#
- .NET Framework / .NET Core
- ASP.NET MVC
- ASP.NET Core
- Web API
- Entity Framework
- WinForms
- WPF
- WCF
- SOLID Principles and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Unit Testing and Automation
- Microsoft SQL Server (critical requirement)
- Advanced T-SQL development
- Database design and optimisation
- SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
- Performance tuning and troubleshooting
- NoSQL experience advantageous
- REST APIs
- SOAP Web Services
- Enterprise Systems Integration
- AWS Cloud Services
- Azure DevOps
- Git / Source Control
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Visual Studio 2019 / 2022
- Visual Studio Code
- Postman
- SoapUI
- PowerShell
- Batch Scripting
- Microservices Architecture
- AI / Microsoft Copilot Studio
- Jira
- Control-M
- BigFix
Skills Required
- Degree or Diploma in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or related field
- Agile Foundation Training
- Security training including OWASP Top 10
- Relevant software development, design, or technical certifications
- 5+ years' experience in software development
- Experience delivering complex enterprise applications
- Experience supporting production systems and troubleshooting critical incidents
- Experience working within Agile and DevOps environments
- Experience with enterprise integrations and release management
- Proficiency in C#, .NET Framework / .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC / Core, Web API, Entity Framework
- Experience with WinForms, WPF, and WCF
- Microsoft SQL Server and advanced T-SQL development (critical requirement)
- Database design, optimization, performance tuning, SSRS
- Experience with REST and SOAP integrations
- Experience with Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD pipelines, and release/deployment processes
- Familiarity with Visual Studio 2019/2022 and VS Code, Postman, SoapUI, PowerShell, batch scripting
- Retail industry exposure
- NoSQL experience
- Microservices architecture experience
- Experience with AI / Microsoft Copilot Studio
- Experience with Jira
- Experience with Control-M
- Experience with BigFix
What We Do
ShopriteX is the digital innovation unit for Africa's largest retailer the Shoprite Group of Companies. We believe in a customer first culture and by marrying the best of data science and technology, ShopriteX is dedicated to saving customers time and money through innovation and more personalised shopping experiences. ShopriteX boasts two industry leading innovations, namely Xtra Savings, South Africa’s fastest growing rewards programme, and Sixty60, Checkers’ pioneering 60-minute grocery delivery service. With some of the brightest minds in data science, technology, e-commerce and personalisation, ShopriteX is re-imagining retail, removing friction and driving a tech-led future for the Shoprite Group.
