Analyst Programmer

UWC Sport; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African university is seeking an experienced Analyst Programmer to join its Information and Communication Services department. This role involves developing and maintaining applications, supporting ICT services, and collaborating with a team. Ideal candidates should have at least two years of software development experience with Microsoft technologies such as .Net and SQL, along with strong analytical and communication skills. The position is permanent and based at the Bellville campus.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a Software developer dealing with Microsoft technologies.
• Demonstrable experience within a structured software development environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Software Development Lifecycle phases.
• Develop, maintain, and support existing and new applications.
• Ensure that solutions comply with guidelines and best practices.
• Provide 1st line incident response and resolution.

Skills

Good communication skills

Analytical thinker

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Team worker

Education

Senior Certificate (NQF 4)

Relevant certifications

Tools

.Net

SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)

Power BI

Angular

.Net Core

Cloud technologies

Job description

Title of Position

Analyst Programmer

Post Number

8036586

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape → ICSS Department → Applications Development and Support

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

—

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

30/1/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape’s (UWC) Information and Communication Services (ICS) Department plays a pivotal role in delivering ICT services that enable and support the University’s strategic goals and objectives. ICS, in line with growing its capability and supporting the Digital Transformation Strategy of UWC, offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Analyst Programmer in the ICSS Applications Development and Support unit. To be part of a team responsible for the creation of robust applications and solutions from business requirements, the incumbent will be responsible for development, maintenance, and support of current and new applications and solutions. They will report to and take instruction from the Team Lead of the Business Systems Unit.

Key Role and Responsibilities

• Participate in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) phases with a focus on development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of applications and solutions
• Develop, maintain, and support existing and new applications and solutions based on business requirements
• Ensure that solutions and enhancements comply with guidelines and best practices
• Estimate the efforts involved for development and implementation and prepare Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) as required
• Provide 1st line incident response and resolution, or escalation

Minimum Requirements

• Senior Certificate (NQF 4)
• Relevant certifications

Minimum Experience

• 2 years experience as a Software developer dealing with Microsoft technologies, specifically .Net
• Demonstrable experience within a structured software development environment

Advantageous Requirements

• A relevant NQF 6 qualification
• iOS and Android mobile app development (not required)
• Sql Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• Power BI Reporting
• Data modelling and cataloguing
• Angular, .Net Core, .Net 6.0 technology stack
• Cloud technologies

Competencies Required

• Good communication skills – both verbal and written
• Analytical thinker
• Attention to detail
• Stakeholder engagement
• Open to new suggestions and ideas
• Keen to resolve issues and keep a happy campus community
• Team worker
• Understanding of vendor service levels requirements
• Drive towards a speedy outcome for every ticket/issue logged

In your application, you are encouraged to highlight your strengths and include anything else you deem exceptional and outstanding to be considered by the selection panel. In addition, please attach a cover letter motivating your suitability, a detailed curriculum vitae including contact details of three referees, and your highest qualification to your online profile.

To be considered for this vacancy, you must click on the ‘Apply for this Job’ link below or apply directly via UWC Careers at https://uwc.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. For any queries, please contact the Human Resources Department at [phone]/9763/9708/3551/3756 or email: [e-mail].

DISCLAIMER

By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.