Application Developer

UWC Sport; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A South African university is seeking an experienced Application Developer to join the ICS Department in Bellville. This permanent, full-time position involves working on software development and maintaining bespoke applications. Key qualifications include a degree in Information Systems and 5 years of experience with Microsoft technologies. The role requires strong technical leadership skills and the ability to mentor junior developers, with potential for involvement in exciting digitally transformative projects.

Qualifications

• Matric (NQF4) is required for this position.
• 5 years of experience as a Software Developer dealing with Microsoft technologies is essential.
• Experience in leading a small development team is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Design, develop and support applications based on business requirements.
• Train and mentor junior developers where applicable.

Skills

Microsoft .NET Framework

C#

AJAX

Angular

JavaScript

CSS

BootStrap

SQL Server

Oracle PL/SQL

Azure DevOps

Power BI Reporting

Education

Degree or 3 Year Diploma in Information Systems

Tools

Microsoft technologies

SSIS

Job description

Title of Position

Application Developer

Post Number: 5380

Faculty/Department

University of the Western Cape ->ICS Department -> Applications Development and Support

Type of Position

Permanent - Full Time

Length of Contract Period

Location

Location

Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)

Closing Date

13/2/2026

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The UWC’s Information and Communication Services (ICS) Department play 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 HR Support Administrator in the ICS Applications Development and Support unit.

To be part of a team responsible for the analysis, design, build, test, deployment and customisation of bespoke as well commercial applications.  The incumbent will further be responsible for providing maintenance and support in respect of these applications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) phases especially solution design, development, testing, deployment and maintenance of applications and solutions
• Design, 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.
• Provide technical leadership while responsible for development and implementation of standards to deliver high quality software.
• Training and mentorship of junior developers where applicable
• Authoring of written documentation to support developed solutions
• Work in collaboration with the various ICS units, particularly the ICS Project Management Office, Infrastructure & Operations team and Application Development teams, towards the successful delivery of various projects
• Estimate the efforts involved for development and implementation and prepare Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) as required
• Provide 2nd and 3rd line incident resolution
• Identify, report and manage issues and risks to applications and solutions
• Review and report on performance, stability, and health of applications and solutions
• Identify new and emerging technologies and products based on own area of expertise
• Development of personal skill set in-line with industry trends to meet institution’s objectives

Minimum Requirements

Education requirements

• Matric (NQF4)
• Degree or 3 Year Diploma in Information Systems

Minimum Working Experience

• 5 Years’ experience as a Software Developer dealing with Microsoft technologies specifically .Net.
• Demonstrable experience within a structured software development environment.

Minimum Technical Experience

• Proven ability to lead a small development team
• Ability to multitask and be involved in several different concurrent activities
• Understanding of SOLID Object-Oriented Design Principles
• Experience with back-end and front-end development with Microsoft .NET Framework
• Developing ASP.NET MVC web applications using C#, .Net Framework and/or .Net Core, AJAX, Angular, JavaScript, CSS and BootStrap
• Experience with SOAP/REST API and Web Services
• Solid experience with SQL queries, stored procedures, and views on Sql Server and Oracle PL/SQL
• Experience using Azure Devops CI/CD methodologies
• Understanding of unit, integration, regression and system testing
• Familiarity with the software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Understanding of Waterfall, Agile and DevOps CI/CD development methodologies
• Knowledgeable and passionate for all things digital
• Sql Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• Power BI Reporting
• Data modelling and cataloguing
• Cloud technologies

Competencies

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical thinking
• Attention to detail
• Stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work in a team

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]/3642/9362/9708/3160/3756 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.