Developer

Invictus Education Group; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational organization in Durban is offering a Developer position focused on C# development and data technologies. The role emphasizes analytical thinking and collaboration with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have proficiency in C#, MySQL, and LINQ, with a strong drive for professional growth. This position includes opportunities for mentorship and career development within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Opportunity for career development

Mentorship from senior developers

Collaborative team culture

Qualifications

• Proficiency in C# and the .NET ecosystem.
• Strong knowledge of MySQL or other relational databases.
• Hands-on experience with LINQ for data manipulation.
• Understanding of data formats such as XML and JSON.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize applications using C# and related technologies.
• Work with MySQL databases, including writing queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
• Utilize LINQ to manipulate and query data efficiently.
• Process and integrate XML and JSON data for various business use cases.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.

Skills

C# development

MySQL

LINQ

XML

JSON

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Tools

Power BI

Blazor

Job description

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of C# development, experience working with data technologies (LINQ, MySQL, XML, JSON), and a genuine interest in translating technical solutions into business value. Exposure to Power BI and Blazor will be considered a significant advantage.

This role is perfect for someone with solid programming fundamentals, analytical thinking, and a drive to grow into a well-rounded developer with strong business acumen.

Location: Umhlanga (Ad-hoc Remote working)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to grow technical and business skills in a supportive environment.
• Hands-on experience with modern Microsoft and data technologies.
• Career development and mentorship from senior developers.
• A collaborative team culture where your contributions make a real impact.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize applications using C# and related technologies.
• Work with MySQL databases, including writing queries, stored procedures, and performance tuning.
• Utilize LINQ to manipulate and query data efficiently.
• Process and integrate XML and JSON data for various business use cases.
• Contribute to front-end and back-end development using Blazor (training provided if necessary).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Support reporting and analytics initiatives, with opportunities to leverage Power BI.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and troubleshooting to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in C# and the .NET ecosystem.
• Strong knowledge of MySQL or other relational databases.
• Hands-on experience with LINQ for data manipulation.
• Understanding of data formats such as XML and JSON.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to understand business needs.

Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Blazor for building interactive web applications.
• Familiarity with Power BI for business intelligence and reporting.
• Knowledge of broader data processing concepts.
• Exposure to agile development methodologies.