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    "The program provides real world scenarios and problems, which help sharpen the skill of coding and managing data and also security levels of authentication with applications"-- Student from Walter Sisulu University for Technology and Science
    "This website is really good This website is very good to intuit your practical skills for engineering field."-- Student from My institution is not listed
    "I got to learn different technologies like Spring boot, Django and OpenCV which I have not used before. I got hands on experience by building real world projects."-- Student from My institution is not listed
    "as a recent Graduate, the standard bank program bridged the gap fo what we learn versus what the market needs and thus I have a clear path on which skills to perfect."-- Student from Rhodes University
    "Real world problems were presented to me and at the same time the most appropriate tools for solving these problems were shown to me. That kind of knowledge individuals like me cannot pick up from reading extensive documentation."-- Student from University of Swaziland
    Software Engineering
    Software Engineering

    Tasks in this program

    Task One: Token-Based Authentication
    30-60 mins
    Advanced
    Secure a mobile app with JSON web tokens (JWTs).
    What you'll learn
    • SBA has recently launched a mobile banking app, and you'll be working on improving authentication and data management
    • How to use the Spring Boot framework
    • What JSON web tokens are and how they can be used to secure a mobile app
    What you'll do
    • Set up your development environment
    • Come up with a development plan
    • Develop a Spring Boot authentication app

    Why complete this job simulation

    A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at Standard Bank . Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications.
    Self-paced3-4 hoursNo gradesNo assessmentsAdvanced

    Welcome to the Software Engineering Job Simulation! We are so excited to have you here!

    Here at Standard Bank, we’re passionate about driving sustainable, inclusive growth across Africa. The kind of growth that will make a positive and lasting impact on all our lives. And we put Africa’s dreams, our clients’ dreams, and our peoples’ dreams at the heart of everything we do. 

    During this programme, you will get the opportunity to step into the shoes of a Standard Bank team member and complete tasks that replicate the work that our Software Engineering team does every day. You’ll learn how to understand token-based authentication, identify and encode faces within images, and create personalised views.

    We hope this programme provides a great resource for you to up-skill and strengthen your resume as you explore career options and a potential career at Standard Bank Group!

    All tasks, materials, companies, and people featured in this programme are simulated and entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real persons (either living or dead) or other real-life entities is purely coincidental.

    Skills you will learn and practice:
    Authentication
    Java Programming
    Information Security
    Python Programming
    AWS Lambda
    SQL Database
    Data Management
    Database Management
    Django Framework
    Software Architecture

    How it works

    Complete tasks guided by pre-recorded videos and example answers from our team at Standard Bank . No live sessions, all self-paced.
    Earn a certificate and add it to your resume and LinkedIn as an extra curricular activity.
    Stand out in applications. Confidently answer interview questions and explain why you’re a good fit for our team.
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    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Standard Bank . Show us you're a motivated candidate.

    Get Career Ready

    Complete work that simulates life on the job. 3-4 hours and self-paced.
    Stand out in your application to Standard Bank . Show us you're a motivated candidate.
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    Software Engineering

    Build new App features that improve customers’ banking experience as a software engineer at Standard Bank

    Software Engineering Free 400+ 5 Star Reviews