Senior Software Engineer

First Quantum Minerals, a leading global mining company, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in Solwezi. This role represents an unique opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and mining operations, where you'll lead the development of critical software solutions that power one of the world's top 10 copper producers.

The position requires a seasoned professional with 8+ years of experience who will provide strategic leadership throughout the entire software development lifecycle. You'll be responsible for establishing engineering excellence by developing technical guidelines, leading architecture decisions, and implementing agile methodologies. The role combines technical expertise in full-stack development (.NET, Python, React, Angular) with leadership responsibilities, as you'll be supervising and mentoring a team of software engineers.

What makes this role particularly interesting is its focus on mining-specific applications, including process and smelter systems, mining safety systems, and fleet management solutions. You'll be working with enterprise-grade technologies and modern development practices, including microservice architectures, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud solutions in the Microsoft ecosystem.

The ideal candidate will bring both technical excellence and strong leadership capabilities. You'll need to demonstrate expertise in software architecture, agile methodologies, and have a proven track record of delivering complex software solutions. The role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the digital transformation of mining operations while working for a company that produces over 800,000 tonnes of copper annually.

First Quantum's culture, known as the "First Quantum Way," encourages independent thinking and challenging convention to deliver the best results. This role offers the chance to work on meaningful projects that directly impact the efficiency and safety of mining operations while being part of a global team that spans four continents and employs around 20,000 people.