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 offers a unique opportunity to lead software development initiatives in the mining industry, combining technical excellence with domain-specific challenges. The position requires an experienced professional who will provide strategic leadership throughout the entire software development lifecycle, from concept and architecture design to deployment.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for establishing engineering excellence by developing technical guidelines, leading architecture decisions, and implementing agile methodologies. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies including .NET, Python, and various frontend frameworks while managing a team of software engineers. The role involves creating solutions for mining operations, including process and smelter systems, safety systems, and fleet management solutions.

This position offers the chance to work with one of the world's top 10 copper producers, in an environment that values independent thinking and challenging convention. You'll be part of a company that has a significant global presence, producing copper, nickel, gold, and cobalt across four continents. The role combines technical leadership with business impact, requiring both strong engineering skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The company culture, known as the "First Quantum Way," encourages bold thinking and smart approaches to problem-solving. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make a significant impact in the mining technology sector while leading and mentoring a team of developers. The position offers exposure to complex technical challenges in mining operations while working with modern development tools and methodologies.