Developer (Senior)

Discovery Limited; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in Pretoria is seeking a Senior InsureDeveloper to design and implement robust systems using Java technologies. You will translate business requirements, mentor other developers, and ensure compliance with architectural standards. The ideal candidate has over 6 years of experience in Java development and a strong understanding of Object-Oriented principles. This role offers a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to drive innovative solutions in the insurance sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in Java development.
• Formal Java qualification required.
• Working knowledge of Software development within SDLC.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust systems using Java.
• Translate business requirements into technical designs.
• Mentor other developers on coding standards.

Skills

Java language fundamentals

Object-Oriented principles

Design patterns

EJB

HTML

JSF

JQuery

REST Web services

SQL

Education

BSc Computer Science / Information Systems

Matric

Tools

Apache Camel

Apache Webserver Configuration

JBOSS Configuration

CSS

GIT

Integrated Build Tools

Job description

Discovery – InsureDeveloper (Senior) - Vitality Drive International

About Discovery

Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives.

We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery.

Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best.

As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Insure

Discovery Insure is committed to creating a nation of great drivers through our innovative Shared-value Insurance model.

Discovery Insure is South Africa's fastest growing short-term insurance company with comprehensive products that provide protection against current and emerging risks facing clients in the motor and home insurance sectors.

Vitality Drive, an internationally-recognised and award-winning programme, is a key differentiator in the market that incentivises and rewards clients for driving well.

The Vitality Drive programme has been scaled to local and international markets which now include Europe and the Middle East.

Key Purpose

• Design and implement robust, scalable and optimally performing systems using Java related technologies, according to provided specifications, standards and procedures, while ensuring compliance with the architectural standards and guidelines laid out by Vitality Drive International.
• Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to Discovery Insure processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements.
• Deliver within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed.
• Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise.
• Estimate development timelines based on business requirements.
• Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures.
• Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found.
• Testing – Verify build stability and quality with development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects.
• Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data.
• Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary.
• Support/Troubleshooting – Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures.
• Analyze root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues).
• Mentoring / Team Development – Actively coach other developers to understand and apply the Insure coding and architectural standards correctly, as well as any technologies in use.
• Perform code review to ensure logical correctness, maintainability, scalability, performance, compliance with architectural standards and frameworks.
• Personal Development – Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment.
• General – Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models.
• Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively.
• Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions.
• Build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support.

Technical Skills

• Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals
• Knowledge of commonly used design patterns
• Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch
• EJB, HTML, JSF, JQuery, JAX-WS, SOAP Web services, Message Driven Beans, UML, XML / XSD, SQL

Education And Experience

Education : Matric (Essential) BSc Computer Science / Information Systems degree Formal Java qualification Minimum Experience 6+ years' experience in Java development with exposure to core competencies listed: REST Web services JSON Business Process Management Tools Apache Camel Apache Webserver Configuration JBOSS Configuration CSS GIT Integrated Build Tools HTML 5 Knowledge of Short-Term Insurance industry Working knowledge of: Software development within SDLC Unit Testing Data modelling and design of database structures Cloud Technology exposure

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Equal Opportunities

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.