Senior Developer

Clicks Group Limited; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking a Senior Developer for its Marketing Team within the IT Department. The successful candidate will develop application code, conduct system analysis, and provide support for applications. Responsibilities include coaching developers and ensuring adherence to code standards. Candidates should have at least 5 years of IT experience and a relevant technical qualification. Knowledge of SQL and the Software Development Lifecycle is essential. This role is based in Cape Town, South Africa.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years IT experience.
• Minimum 3 years system analysis and design experience.
• Familiarity with the Software Development Lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Develop application code and liaise with other developers.
• Coach developers on code standards.
• Implement solutions to meet specifications and deadlines.
• Conduct Unit Testing and Systems Integration Testing.
• Develop System/Functional Documentation.
• Work with Systems Analysts to write technical specifications.
• Resolve complex system issues.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Strong AS/400/RPG

Sound OO programming

C# knowledge

Education

Relevant technical or business qualification - Degree or Diploma

Tools

SQL/SQL Server

Job description

We are looking for a suitable candidate for the position of Senior Developer for the Marketing Team within the IT Department. Senior Developer will be expected to perform system analysis, write technical specifications, assist in system analysis, develop new functionality as per business requirements and provide support for applications. Position will report to the Marketing Technical Team Lead.

Purpose and Objectives

• Required to partake in the development of application code, by liaising with other developers via designing and planning to satisfy the requirements of business users
• Coach Developers to ensure that code standards and the development process are adhered
• Plan and implement solutions for effective development of a program in order to meet specifications and deadlines
• Required to stay abreast of industry standards
• Plan and execute Unit Testing, Systems Integration Testing, and archiving of test results
• Partake in the development of System/Functional Documentation, operations manuals, systems processes, and technical designs. Is accountable for getting these documents done
• Work with Systems Analyst in the writing of technical specifications according to functional requirements
• Contribute to the translation of functional requirements into design specifications, according to the development standards in area of responsibility
• Responsible for developing quality code according to technical specification
• Analyse, resolve difficult/complex system issues, by working with the end-users and other IT support staff
• Required to do standby

Education

• Relevant technical or business qualification - Degree or Diploma

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the Software Development Lifecycle (Essential)
• Understanding of the Retail and Loyalty environment
• Strong SQL/SQL Server knowledge

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong AS/400/RPG
• Sound OO programming and solid technical skills
• C# an added advantage

Experience

• Minimum 5 years IT experience
• Minimum 3 years system analysis and design experience (Essential)
• SharePoint experience an advantage
• Analysing
• Creating and innovating
• Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations
• Planning and Organising

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