Job Vacancy For Senior Software Engineer

Job Vacancy For Senior Software Engineer - Current Jobs in Ghana - Current Jobs in Ghana

Job Vacancy For Senior Software Engineer - Current Jobs in Ghana

Job Summary

Company:

Ecobank Ghana

Category:

ICT / Computer

Location:

Accra

Job status:

Full-Time

Salary:

GH

Education:

N/A

Experience:

N/A

Job expires:

13 Apr-2026

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Job Vacancy For Senior Software Engineer

JOB PURPOSE

The Senior Software Engineer is a critical role responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex software systems. The role requires deep technical expertise, leadership abilities, and a proven track record in delivering high-quality software solutions across business units and 34 affiliates. The Senior Software Engineer is also expected to mentor both associate and software engineers, contribute to architectural decisions, and play a key role in strategic planning for technical initiatives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Software Design and Development:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.

• Write, review, and optimize code to ensure reliability, maintainability, and performance.

2. Technical Leadership:

• Provide technical direction to the team and ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.

• Mentor and guide associate and software engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

• Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and share knowledge with the team.

3. System Architecture and Design:

• Contribute to architectural decisions, ensuring alignment with long-term goals and scalability.

• Design and implement microservices, APIs, and distributed systems using modern software development paradigms.

• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, frameworks, and tools to enhance productivity and system performance.

4. Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with product managers, designers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software on schedule.

• Participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and daily stand-ups, contributing to Agile team dynamics.

5. Problem Solving and Debugging:

• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide timely resolutions.

• Identify bottlenecks in the development process and propose solutions to improve efficiency.

6. Continuous Improvement:

• Stay updated on emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends.

• Advocate for and implement improvements in the development process, including automation and testing strategies.

• Contribute to the creation of technical roadmaps and strategic plans for system enhancements.

Key Performance Indicators

• Timely delivery of software features and projects.

• Code quality and adherence to architectural guidelines.

• Successful implementation of scalable and reliable software systems.

• Effective mentorship and knowledge sharing within the team.

• Contribution to technical innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualification Required & Experience

Education:

• Bachelor’s Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Master’s degree in related field will be an added advantage.

Experience:

• 5–8+ years of hands-on experience in software development, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.

• Experience in a senior or technical leadership role is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Programming Languages: Proficiency in Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, or other modern languages.

• Frameworks & Tools: Extensive experience with frameworks such as Spring Boot, Django, .NET, Angular, React, Kotlin or Vue.js.

• System Design: Expertise in microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.

• Databases: Advanced knowledge of relational (e.g., Oracle, PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., Redis, MongoDB, Cassandra).

• Messaging: Proficiency messaging like JMS Queue, Kafka, Rabbit MQ

• DevOps Practices: Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration tools (Kubernetes).

• Cloud Platforms: Proficiency in cloud environments such as AWS, Azure, GCP or OCI.

• Testing & Debugging: Strong skills in automated testing frameworks and debugging tools.

Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Leadership and mentorship capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Location: Accra

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