iKhokha is one of the fastest-growing fintech companies in Africa. As you'd expect, our pace is fast-moving and ever-changing. We like it that way.
Our office is a high performance environment where we push each other to challenge the status quo. If that doesn’t appeal to you, you probably shouldn’t work here.

The iKTribe is on the lookout for another Software Engineer who is creative and passionate about changing the world of payments for entrepreneurs. 

If you are looking for a challenge in the FinTech space then apply now! 

What's in it for YOU?

• You would get the chance to be a part of a rapidly growing, purpose-driven Fintech company that has an awesome culture. 
• You would be a part of building bleeding edge solutions.
• If you are a team player that thrives in an Agile Scrum environment, then #JointheHustle!

So, what will you do?

• Within the Fintech space, you will be building new technologies, maintaining existing technologies as well as testing various systems.
• You will be working in an Agile environment within a collaborative cross-functional Team, reporting into the Software Development Manager.

In addition to the above, you will;

• Develop crispy new user-facing features that drive our users to take action, using React.js, HTML5 and CSS.
• Responsible for the end-to-end development of serverless microservice based systems, including: initial planning, development, writing test cases, creating the deployment pipeline and deploying to our cloud hosting provider.
• Exhibit excellent communication and team player skills.

What are we looking for?

• Mentoring and guiding junior Engineers
• Write Complex Code
• Thorough understanding of Databases, Application services and Application Lifecycle
• Work and independently complete Tasks
• Good problem and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to make decisions within your scope of work
• Drive self domain knowledge

Deal breakers:

At least 4 years of relevant experience with the below technologies:

• HTML5, CSS and JavaScript
• ReactJS, Angular or Vue
• NodeJS/Typescript or Java
• REST API Integration
• Object Oriented Programming Concepts, such as Design Patterns and Solid Principles

Any relevant experience with the below technologies would make you a front runner for the role:

• Jest: Unit Testing framework
• AWS Lambda
• AWS DynamoDB
• AWS S3
• AWS EC2
• Linux (Docker, Kubernetes)
• VSCode / IntelliJ
• Experience in Agile: using Scrum or Kanban methodologies.
• Version Control: Working in an Engineering Team (3+ Developers of various levels) with a version control system such as GitHub.
• Development Environments: Working in an Engineering Team (3+ Developers of various levels) with multiple Environments for Development, Testing and Production; including Branching Strategies.
• Creating, Maintaining and Reviewing Documentation.
• Leading and participating in Code Reviews for your own code and code from other Teams.
• Mentorship: Mentoring, supporting and guiding Team Members.

The following would be advantageous:

• A degree in Computer Science or Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Perks of joining the Tribe?

• You get to work in a high growth company. Sink your teeth into meaningful work with tangible results you are accountable for.
• Hybrid, remote and in office work models.
• Remuneration & Benefits. We offer Company contributions to Medical Aid, Gap Cover and a Group Risk Scheme.
• Visionary Leadership. 
• Study leave.  
• Access to on demand learning and development.
• A friendly, collaborative culture and a team of all-round-lekker humans (it’s true, we surveyed our Employees and they told us so).
• If you find yourself at HQ, coffee on tap and a selection of hot beverages provided by our onsite Barista.