Tech Lead: JavaScript Developer

Be among the first 25 applicants. This position is available in Momentum Investments. At Momentum Group, we are committed to enhancing the lifetime financial wellness of people, their communities, and their businesses. Our business focuses on delivering world‑class outcomes‑based investment solutions by providing investment outcomes that are relevant, innovative, and fully aligned with our clients' current and future needs. This vacancy is based in Centurion (Hybrid – work from home). Role Purpose To apply technical expertise through evaluating various patterns, utilizing existing and future integration mechanisms to create a service‑based environment, and reducing current platform dependencies. The successful applicant will be responsible for designing and developing Angular JavaScript & Java applications. Requirements BSc / MSc / BCom in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent financial industry experience). Minimum 8 years of Java Script & Java experience in a LISP, Investment, or financial services environment. Java / JavaScript Certificates. Sound technical proficiency in the following: AWS. Docker. Micro‑services. Spring & Spring‑Boot experience. Web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript & HTTP/HTTPS request‑response protocol. Implementing both front‑end and back‑end. AngularJS and Angular.io. Node.js, Express & Swagger/OpenAPI Specification. MEAN stack (mongo, expressjs, angular, nodejs). Document‑based NoSQL database (MongoDB, CouchDB, DynamoDB, etc…). Relational databases and SQL (PostgreSQL, DB2, Oracle, etc…). Linux distro (Ubuntu, Debian, Fedora, etc…). JMS and Messaging technologies. XML and Related technologies. Web services. Gradle. GIT. Unit Testing JUnit/Mockito. Security principles. Test automation. DevOps experience. Ability to read UML and participate in design sessions. Working knowledge of development design patterns. Sound object‑orientated analysis, design, and development skills and knowledge. Good understanding of agile development methodologies and practices. Adapts structured coding styles for easy review, testing, and maintainability. Integrate the developed functionality and component into a fully functional system. Ensure unit and integration level verification plans are in place and adhere to great code quality. Actively troubleshoot, debug, and update the application (system). Verify user feedback in making the application(system) more stable and easier – continuous improvement. Utilise trends and metrics to develop, optimise, and implement solutions that address key business challenges and drive business objectives. Keep abreast of industry trends and best practices to optimise service offerings, ensure compliance, and mitigate risk. Develop innovative ways to meet the needs of unique clients proactively. Duties & Responsibilities Technical systems design and architectural documentation. Systems support and systems enhancements. Ensuring implementation of non‑functional requirements on agreed technical and architectural frameworks. Designing IT solutions that satisfy business objectives. Discuss and enforce agreed‑upon architectural decisions. Defining, documenting, communicating, and enforcing required standards, guidelines, and best practices. Communication of technological possibilities and constraints to business and team members. Providing (agreeing, documenting, communicating) application/technology road‑map and ensuring compliance with IT strategies. Identifying risks and directing/escalating accordingly. Supporting effective teamwork within Momentum. Competencies Proactive. Systematic and analytical way of working. Result‑oriented approach to work. Work flexibility. Accountability and ownership of work. Ability to work under extreme pressure. Resilience. Good communication skills. Ability to collaborate in a team. Keep updated with the latest technology. Coach and mentor team members. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Momentum by 2x. #J-18808-Ljbffr