Senior Software Engineer

2 weeks ago

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Old Mutual Full time R200 000 - R250 000 per year

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Job Description

We're looking for a Senior Android Software Engineer to join our growing mobile engineering team at Old Mutual. This is a key technical leadership role for a seasoned Android engineer with a proven record of delivering complex mobile applications. You'll play an integral part in shaping architectural decisions, driving technical excellence, and mentoring developers to build world-class Android experiences that delight our customers.

If you're passionate about clean architecture, modern Android frameworks, and leading teams toward delivering scalable, reliable solutions — we'd love to meet you.

Location: Johannesburg | Cape Town | Durban

  • Android Development:

Lead the full lifecycle of Android application development — from design and implementation to deployment and maintenance — ensuring the highest standards of performance, usability, and reliability.

  • Jetpack Compose:

Build responsive, modern, and intuitive UIs using Jetpack Compose, collaborating closely with the design team to deliver seamless user experiences.

  • Architecture & System Design:

Define and guide architectural decisions, applying MVVM and Clean Architecture principles to ensure modular, testable, and maintainable codebases.

  • Frameworks & Libraries:

Utilize and promote best practices with Coroutines, Hilt, and other Android Jetpack components to improve code quality and development efficiency.

  • Version Control:

Manage and maintain the codebase using Git, promoting best practices for branching, pull requests, and collaborative development.

  • API Integration:

Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services securely and efficiently, ensuring data integrity and smooth functionality.

  • DevOps & Deployment:

Implement CI/CD pipelines, manage builds with Gradle, and handle releases to the Google Play Store and internal app platforms such as Hawaii App Galaxy.

  • Mentorship & Team Leadership:

Mentor junior and intermediate engineers, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and technical excellence within the team.

  • Gradle Expertise:

Create and manage custom Gradle tasks using Kotlin DSL to optimize build processes and improve developer productivity.

​Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).

  • 8+ years of professional experience as an Android Software Engineer.

  • Strong proficiency in Kotlin and Java, with in-depth knowledge of Coroutines and Flows.

  • Demonstrated experience delivering production-grade Android applications.

  • Practical experience with Jetpack Compose and modern Android architecture components.

  • Deep understanding of Material Design principles and Android UI guidelines.

  • Solid knowledge of software engineering methodologies and the full SDLC.

  • Experience with modularized architecture and Azure cloud services.

  • Skilled in writing testable, maintainable, and scalable code.

  • Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and performance optimization skills.

  • Proven leadership and mentorship experience within development teams.

  • Self-driven, accountable, and able to work independently or in cross-functional teams.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

  • Passion for staying current with the latest Android, Kotlin, and mobile development trends.

Skills

Action Planning, Application Development, Business Process Design, Computer Literacy, Data Management, Data Modeling, Evaluating Information, Identifying Customer Needs, Information Technology (IT) Support, Market Analysis, Oral Communications, Product Development, Technical Support, Technical Troubleshooting, Test Case Management, User Requirements Documentation, Web Development

Competencies

Business InsightCollaboratesCourageCultivates InnovationDecision QualityDrives ResultsEnsures AccountabilityManages Complexity

Education

NQF Level 9 – Masters

Closing Date

21 November 2025 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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