Overview
Senior Software Engineer Jobs in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa at The Rank Group plc
Title: Senior Software Engineer
Company: The Rank Group plc
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
We are – the Rank Group.
From the fun of Mecca Bingo to the experience of Grosvenor Casinos, from in-person to online, from local to global, players love the experiences our famous brands deliver.
We employ almost 8,000 people across our brands, in roles ranging from Casino Croupiers, Poker Dealers, Chefs and Bingo Club Callers, through to specialists in Marketing, Property, Finance, Law and Human Resources and many more.
This is such an exciting sector to be part of, bringing entertainment to millions in a culture of opportunity and growth.
Look at our careers site to find out more: https://careers.rank.com/
What you will be doing…
We’re looking for a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer who thrives on solving complex problems, delivering exceptional digital experiences, and mentoring others. If you’re passionate about clean architecture, modern frameworks, and driving technical excellence, this role gives you the space to make a real impact.
Main Accountabilities & Responsibilities
Architecting & Building High Quality Applications
- Design and architect complex, scalable, and maintainable web applications.
- Develop robust, efficient solutions using your deep technical expertise.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver pixel perfect, high performance user experiences.
- Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges using strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Technical Leadership & Mentorship
- Mentor and support team members, helping them grow their technical capabilities.
- Conduct code reviews, ensuring high standards and consistent coding practices.
- Share knowledge through discussions, presentations, and active participation in technical decision making.
Agile Delivery & Collaboration
- Actively contribute to agile ceremonies including planning, stand ups, and retrospectives.
- Work effectively with geographically distributed teams to ensure smooth delivery.
- Take ownership of complex features and deliver high quality work within tight deadlines.
- Follow best practices such as TDD, unit testing, and integration testing.
Problem Solving & Issue Resolution
- Proactively identify and resolve technical issues, escalating when appropriate.
- Provide clear, timely updates to leads and stakeholders.
- Demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Continuous Learning & Innovation
- Stay current with emerging technologies, frameworks, and industry trends.
- Continuously develop your technical skills through self learning and training.
- Experiment with new tools and approaches to drive innovation within the team.
Experience that you’ll need…
Core Technical Skills
- Previous experience in web development, specifically with React.
- Strong JavaScript & TypeScript skills, with hands on experience in React, Node.js, and Remix.run.
- Proven ability to write clean, testable, maintainable code using SOLID principles and design patterns.
- Experience building, automating, and deploying software to production environments.
- Ability to write unit and integration tests.
- Experience building RESTful APIs and web services.
Professional Skills
- Strong technical analysis skills, translating business requirements into functional solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High attention to detail and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Ability to take initiative, work independently, and meet deadlines.
- Creative problem solving in fast paced environments.
Qualifications (Beneficial)
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or similar discipline.
- Strong background in Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, Lean).
- Experience with Agile engineering practices: TDD, BDD, peer reviews, continuous integration, frequent releases.
- Solid understanding of OOP, data structures, algorithms, and complexity analysis.
- Experience implementing scalable systems and performance optimisation.
Join us to unlock benefits and opportunities that will boost your career journey in a vibrant, inclusive and fulfilling work environment – so you can #BeYourself
Wellbeing@Rank is important… From hybrid working and colleague support networks to menopause support and weekly PepTalks, we’re here for you.
We’ll also invest in your growth by providing development opportunities, leadership training and cutting-edge industry certifications so you have the tools and resources to help you work, win and grow with us.
Immerse yourself in new cultures and gain international exposure through our global business. Collaborate with colleagues from around the globe.
From pensions to bonus schemes, and private medical insurance to life insurance – we've got you covered.
- Our benefits vary by brand and/or location. Please have a chat with your local Talent Acquisition specialist to find out what’s in place in your location.
The Rank Group are committed to being an inclusive employer, ensuring that we better understand and meet the needs and requirements of our candidates and customers.
We aim to do this by facilitating fair and equal access to our services. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made, please reach out to let us know ahead of your interview.