Full Stack Developer II at Coop Bank Tanzania

The Full Stack Developer will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and supporting applications that power the bank’s digital channels and internal systems. The role focuses on hands-on development across both front-end and back-end technologies, ensuring secure integration with the Core Banking System (CBS), payment platforms, and third-party services.

Responsibilities

Application Development

• Build and maintain responsive web and mobile applications to support banking services.
• Develop secure and reusable APIs and services for integration with CBS, payment switches, and external partners.
• Ensure applications are optimized for performance, scalability, and user experience.

System Integration & Support

• Integrate bank systems with external providers (mobile money, VISA/MasterCard, GEPG, Thunes, etc.).
• Provide second-line support for digital channels and resolve technical issues promptly.
• Participate in testing (unit, integration, UAT) and deployment activities.

Security & Compliance

• Apply secure coding standards aligned with OWASP and banking regulatory requirements.
• Work with the ICT Security team to fix vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with PCI DSS and BOT guidelines.
• Handle customer data with strict confidentiality and in compliance with data protection standards.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Work closely with business analysts to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in Agile sprints, code reviews, and DevOps pipelines for continuous delivery.
• Prepare and update technical documentation for developed applications.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field.

Technical Skills

• Front-end: React, Angular, or Vue.js; HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript.
• Back-end: Node.js, Java (Spring Boot), .NET Core, or Python.
• Databases: SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Integration: REST/SOAP APIs, JSON, XML.
• Tools: Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins/GitLab).

Experience

• 3–5 years of hands-on full stack development experience.
• Previous experience in financial services, fintech, or high-availability transaction systems is an advantage.
• Exposure to CBS integration, payment gateways, or mobile money APIs preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong coding and debugging skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues under pressure.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn banking technologies and regulatory requirements.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality work.

Skills Required

• Team work
• High Quality Standards
• Communication Skills