Job Description
Contract (ie Perm/FTC/Part-Time): Full time, Permanent
Team: Global Development Lab
Office Location: Rosebank Mall Offices, 4th Floor, 11 Cradock Ave, Johannesburg 2196, South Africa
The role:
The Backend Software Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend services for supporting our web applications. The product you will be supporting is developed with a .NET backend, and relies heavily on integrations with MS Dynamics 365, however, as part of this role you will be working with the lead developer to refactor much of the solution into a cloud native application.
You’ll participate in the problem definition and solution process with a diverse group of developers, designers and business owners from around world.
What your day will look like:
- Develop based on the defined requirements and overarching architectural roadmap
- Support and maintain a .NET API
- Review system errors to identify and rectify potential defects
- Collaborate with various teams within the business and in IT to ensure the developed solution is interoperable with other applications within the firm
The team:
The Fragomen Global Development Lab (GDL) is an innovation group within Fragomen focused on developing and supporting technology solutions targeting business travel, mobility, and cross border employment compliance.
What we are looking for:
Essential criteria:
- Experience in developing in a remote agile team
- Experience with .NET REST API development, preferably with AOT familiarity
- Ability to develop using FAST principals and with robust unit testing
- Experience working with both SQL and NoSQL databases
Preferred skills:
- Preferred experience with AWS cloud native development utilizing Lambdas, and Serverless Framework
What we offer:
A career at Fragomen will provide you with the opportunity to work in an exciting environment for a broad range of clients, where no two days will be the same. You will face interesting challenges, and will work with dedicated, friendly and ambitious people, where providing exceptional client service is at the core of what we do. We are extremely proud of our diverse workforce at Fragomen, and we are fully committed to providing equal opportunities.
At Fragomen, we value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being and professional growth. Our South Africa offerings include:
- Competitive Salary: We offer salaries that reflects your skills and experience
- Health and Wellness: Medical aid scheme, gap cover, employee assistance programme and free Headspace membership
- Protection and Security: Provident fund, group life insurance, funeral cover, disability and critical illness cover
- Time Away from Work: In addition to 20 days annual leave and public holidays, we birthday leave, study leave and enhanced maternity leave
- Professional Development: Access to our e-learning platform, mentoring schemes and training bursaries (where applicable)
- Hybrid Work Arrangements: The Firm operates a global hybrid working policy which supports flexibility. Depending on your role, you can agree with your manager a minimum of two days per week working in your local office. Flexibility is important, and additional days in the office may be required based on your role, and / or team and business need.
What to expect:
- Once you have submitted your application, our Talent Acquisition team will review your skills and experience. If these match the requirements of the position, a member of our team will contact you to schedule an initial phone call.
- If shortlisted, you will be invited to participate in our interview process, which will consist of at least two stages, one of which will be conducted in-person. Depending on the role, you may also be required to complete a written assessment.
- After the interviews, we will carefully evaluate all candidates and make our final decision. You will be notified of the outcome and feedback will be provided.
- At Fragomen, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace for all applicants and employees. If you require any specific accommodations or support during the interview process, please let us know, and we will consider what reasonable adjustments are possible to meet your needs
Who we are:
At Fragomen, we are more than a global immigration services provider – we are pioneers shaping the future of mobility. With a passion for navigating the complexities of immigration, we help individuals and businesses transcend borders, unlocking opportunities around the world. As a diverse, forward-thinking, global business, we combine deep expertise with innovative technology to craft solutions that not only simplify the immigration process but also drive strategic success for our clients. Whether it is assisting multinational companies or helping people start new chapters in their lives, we are driven by the belief that global movement is the key to unlocking a world of possibilities.
We are proud of our team spirit, and we like to reflect this in the way that we work and everything we do. Our Responsible Business Practices (“RBP”) prioritise Fragomen’s social responsibility through a cohesive strategy covering five key focus areas of Wellbeing, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, CSR, Pro Bono and Sustainability. Our RBP initiatives offer great opportunities for everyone at Fragomen to feel included, get involved and shape thoughtful initiatives and activities. For more information, please visit our website - https://www.fragomen.com/about/responsible-business-practices.html
Fragomen is committed to promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants, regardless of race, ethnicity, heritage, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or intersex status.
All offers and/or employment contracts are contingent upon the successful completion of the Firm’s pre-employment screening process. This process may include verifying the candidate’s identity, confirming legal authorization to work in the offered position's location, and conducting a comprehensive background check, where permitted by local regulations.
