Intermediate.Net Developer

Job Description

To provide IT expertise and advice in the design, creation, testing, and documentation of new and enhanced applications and systems in accordance with an agreed framework of programming standards. To produce logical and technical specifications from functional specifications and to write the code for medium to large applications.

Hello Future Intermediate .NET Developer, welcome to Direct Axis
. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen. Direct Axis is a division of First Rand Limited and will be responsible for implementing a program of technology projects to ensure that program goals are accomplished.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to define and deliver on business requirements.
• Design, develop and maintain scalable and robust software solutions using Agile best practices.
• Continuously improve development processes and practices to enhance team productivity and product quality.
• Mentor and support junior and intermediate developers, fostering a collaborative and growth‑oriented environment.
• Stay informed with new technologies and best practices and industry trends.
• Problem‑solve and resolve technical issues and provide solutions that align with business needs.
• Lead projects and manage project deliverables, communicating with business stakeholders.
• Identify and address performance bottlenecks in code and systems.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn and grow in areas outside of core development.
• Research new technology used in the financial sector.
• Develop prototype systems to test and prove new technology.
• Make recommendations of technology and vendors that can supply and support that technology, as well as the use cases in which they can be used.
• Maintain and share a knowledge base of financial technology, trends and news for the group.
• Where bespoke applications are required, develop those applications to assist the treasury functions in the bank.

• Hold a bachelor’s degree in BCom,
  
  B.Eng., BSC Eng, BSc Information or an IT related degree.
• Have a minimum of 3+ years of proven experience as a .NET Developer or similar role.
• Be an expert in front‑end development languages and frameworks such as JavaScript, Angular, HTML5 and CSS.
• Have expertise in C#, ASP.NET, MVC and other relevant technologies.
• Have experience with database design and optimization, e.g. SQL Server, Entity Framework.
• Have experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Azure Pipelines and Octopus.
• Have a strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns and best practices.
• Have previous experience with CMS/XMS systems as well as ETL tools and associated systems, which is advantageous.
• Have strong problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Have strong communication and collaboration skills.

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• Challenging working environment.
• Opportunities to innovate.

• Curious & courageous – driven by always wanting to learn more and brave enough to pursue it.
• Obsessed with mastery – constantly pushing to become better at what you do.

All appointments will be made in line with First Rand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. Candidates may disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis, and any such information will be kept confidential unless required by law to be disclosed.

Applications will not be accepted on or after 16/12/25
.