• Application Deadline:
• Position: Lead Software Engineer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification MBA/MSc/MA


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, and product managers, to drive the development of innovative software solutions. Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to team members.


• Design, architect, and develop high-quality, scalable, and efficient software systems. Keep abreast of the latest industry trends and best practices to continuously improve the development process.


• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of software projects. Ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.


• Contribute to the development of the company's technology roadmap in alignment with business goals. Identify opportunities for technological advancements and recommend strategies to stay competitive in the market.


• Play a key role in hiring, onboarding, and retaining top software engineering talent. Foster a collaborative and innovative team culture.


• Implement and maintain robust testing processes to ensure the reliability and functionality of software applications.


• Oversee the implementation of security protocols and best practices to safeguard the company's software and data. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations.


• Stay informed about emerging technologies, tools, and frameworks, and assess their potential applications within the company's product offerings.

Requirements:

• Previous working experience as a Senior Developer for five (5) years or more.


• MA in Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar relevant field.


• In-depth knowledge of web systems architecture, design, and development.


• Hands-on experience with complex project management.


• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.


• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.


• Effective negotiation and vendor management skills.


• Proactive problem solver.


• Attention to detail.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Achieve a minimum of 90% of projects delivered on or before the scheduled deadline.


• Maintain a code quality rating of 90% or above based on established coding standards and best practices.


• Successfully implement at least 2 significant technology improvements per year and file for 1 patent annually.


• Achieve a passing score of 95% or higher in security audits, and maintain full compliance with industry regulations.


• Ensure at least 80% of team members show measurable performance improvement over the course of the year and participate in regular training or mentoring initiatives.