• Application Deadline:
• Position: Senior Software Developer / Technical Lead



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA



• Experience 8 - 10 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Job Description

• We are looking for an experienced, innovative, and passionate Senior Software Developer / Technical Lead to join our fast-paced, agile technology team. 


• This role is suited for a highly technical leader who can write production-grade code, architect scalable solutions, mentor cross-functional teams, and drive the full software development lifecycle across multiple mission-critical products.


• You will lead engineering initiatives that impact millions of users, shape our product roadmap with technical insight, and ensure we are always ahead in technology trends.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end development lifecycle of enterprise applications across multiple product domains.


• Architect and design scalable, secure, and high-performance software systems using modern design patterns and cloud-native principles.


• Collaborate with product owners, designers, DevOps engineers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality solutions on time and within scope.


• Oversee integration with third-party APIs, payment gateways, biometric solutions, and ERP systems.

People & Team Management:

• Mentor, guide, and technically support a team of software developers and junior engineers.


• Conduct regular code reviews, promote engineering best practices, and foster a high-performance development culture.


• Facilitate agile ceremonies and sprint planning to ensure development velocity and project transparency.

Innovation & Strategy:

• Evaluate and implement new technologies, tools, and frameworks that enhance product capabilities and team productivity.


• Contribute to strategic decisions, architecture reviews, and platform modernization initiatives.


• Align technical execution with business goals and support enterprise-wide technology transformation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or professional certifications is an added advantage).


• Minimum 8 – 10 years of progressive software development experience.


• At least 3 years in a technical leadership or team lead role with direct people and product responsibility.


• Proven experience managing the development of complex enterprise applications at scale.

Technical Skills:

• Languages: Proficient in Java, C#, Node.js, Python, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).


• Databases: Strong expertise in Oracle PL/SQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL systems (MongoDB, Redis).


• Architecture: Experience with microservices, service-oriented architecture (SOA), and event-driven systems.


• Cloud & DevOps: Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.


• Security & Integration: Understanding of OAuth2.0, SSO, JWT, OpenID, and RESTful/GraphQL APIs.


• Familiarity with ERP, HCM, payment systems, and biometric authentication is a strong plus.


• Maintain and extend functionality of existing legacy systems, ensuring backward compatibility and smooth transition to modern stacks.


• Refactor, optimize, and document legacy code bases to improve stability, performance, and developer onboarding.


• Collaborate with support and QA teams to resolve production issues in legacy environments.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent leadership, team collaboration, and communication skills.


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and execute methodically.


• Passion for innovation, mentorship, and delivering business value through technology.