Senior Natural Adabas Developer

Codematch; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Codematch in Johannesburg East seeks a Senior Natural / ADABAS Developer to design, develop and maintain NATURAL / ADABAS-based solutions.

You will independently evaluate requirements, conduct feasibility studies, document and implement applications across SDLC; experience with Linux, EntireX, and Batch/Online processing required.

This permanent role requires at least 8 years of relevant experience and a strong track record of delivering enterprise solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of software development experience.
• Extensive NATURAL / ADABAS experience.
• Strong experience with Batch and Online processing.
• Ability to work independently from requirements and technical specifications.
• Experience writing and maintaining technical documentation.
• Experience maintaining, enhancing and supporting enterprise applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level maintenance and support of NATURAL / ADABAS systems.
• Develop new applications throughout the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Evaluate requirements and determine appropriate technical solutions.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and detailed systems analysis.
• Execute technical investigations and impact assessments.
• Compile technical solutions and action plans.
• Ensure adherence to standards, procedures and methodologies for the development and maintenance of applications.
• Work independently from requirements and technical specifications.
• Design, develop, test, debug and implement application features and changes.
• Design and implement enhancements to existing applications.
• Identify potential technical issues and contribute to proactive resolution.
• Maintain high-quality application code and technical documentation.
• Assist with application support and incident management.
• Provide documentation relating to enhancements and modifications.
• Assist with system integration and implementation.
• Provide user training where necessary.
• Analyse procedures, processes and information flows required for the effective maintenance of systems.
• Ensure system solutions remain aligned with business strategies and information requirements.
• Participate in activities that support the successful use and adoption of systems.
• Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement of application solutions.
• Perform standby and maintenance duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

IT systems knowledge

Application development

Independent worker

Project management

Documentation

NATURAL programming

NATURALOne

EntireX

Linux environment

Technical investigation

Education

Relevant IT qualification

3-year IT diploma/degree

NATURAL Development Certification

NATURALOne Development Certification

ITIL Certification

COBIT Certification

Tools

NATURAL / ADABAS

NATURALOne

EntireX

Linux

Batch & Online processing

NATURAL development tools

Job description

SENIOR NATURAL / ADABAS DEVELOPER

Location: Johannesburg East

Employment Type: Permanent

Experience: Minimum 8 years relevant experience

Position Overview

The Senior Natural / ADABAS Developer is responsible for developing, maintaining and enhancing NATURAL / ADABAS-based software solutions and business-critical applications. The role requires a highly experienced developer who can independently evaluate business and technical requirements, conduct technical feasibility studies, perform detailed systems analysis and design, develop, document and implement application solutions. The Senior Natural / ADABAS Developer will be expected to work independently on complex technical requirements, provide sound technical judgement, identify appropriate solutions and contribute to the continued stability, enhancement and improvement of existing application systems.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum 8 years relevant software development experience.
• Extensive experience with NATURAL / ADABAS.
• Strong experience with both BATCH and Online processing.
• Experience across all phases of systems development and implementation.
• Proven ability to work independently from requirements and technical specifications.
• Strong experience writing and maintaining technical documentation, instructions and procedure guides.
• Strong knowledge of the NATURAL programming language.
• Proven experience working with NATURALOne.
• Exposure to EntireX.
• Proficiency in developing software using NATURAL / ADABAS development tools in a Linux environment.
• Experience conducting technical investigations, impact analysis and developing technical solutions.
• Experience maintaining, enhancing and supporting enterprise application systems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION AND CERTIFICATION

• Relevant tertiary qualification or certification.
• Relevant 3-year diploma or degree in the Information Technology field preferred.
• NATURAL Development Certification.
• NATURALOne Development Certification.
• ITIL and COBIT certification.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid, unendorsed driver's licence.
• Own vehicle.
• Strong understanding of IT governance is essential.
• Understanding of relevant industry knowledge is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of technical deliverables.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and technical requirements.

Job Outputs And Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level maintenance and support of existing NATURAL / ADABAS systems.
• Develop new applications throughout the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Evaluate requirements and determine appropriate technical solutions.
• Conduct technical feasibility studies and detailed systems analysis.
• Execute technical investigations and impact assessments.
• Compile technical solutions and action plans.
• Ensure adherence to standards, procedures and methodologies for the development and maintenance of applications.
• Work independently from requirements and technical specifications.
• Design, develop, test, debug and implement application features and changes.
• Design and implement enhancements to existing applications.
• Identify potential technical issues and contribute to proactive resolution.
• Maintain high-quality application code and technical documentation.
• Assist with application support and incident management.
• Provide documentation relating to enhancements and modifications.
• Assist with system integration and implementation.
• Provide user training where necessary.
• Analyse procedures, processes and information flows required for the effective maintenance of systems.
• Ensure system solutions remain aligned with business strategies and information requirements.
• Participate in activities that support the successful use and adoption of systems.
• Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement of application solutions.
• Perform standby and maintenance duties as required.

Senior-level Accountabilities

• Take ownership of assigned technical solutions and deliverables.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Apply sound technical judgement when analysing complex system challenges.
• Translate business and technical requirements into practical development solutions.
• Conduct thorough impact analysis before implementing system changes.
• Identify risks, dependencies and potential downstream impacts of proposed changes.
• Contribute to the improvement and stability of existing application systems.
• Provide technical input during solution design, implementation and integration activities.
• Maintain high standards of technical quality, documentation and compliance.

COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of IT systems and related configurations within a business environment.
• Strong understanding of application development and maintenance practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.
• Strong technical investigation and impact-analysis capability.
• Ability to develop innovative and practical technical solutions.
• Strong quality assurance skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Logical and structured approach to complex problems.
• Team and customer orientation.
• Ability to build effective partnerships and strategic working relationships.
• Ability to operate effectively in a high-pressure environment.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Committed and professional.
• Resilient.
• Logical with sound technical judgement.
• Proactive and solutions-oriented.
• Adaptable.
• Self-directed and accountable.
• Strong relationship-building ability.
• Eager to continuously learn.
• Consistently maintains high levels of activity and productivity.
• Quality orientated.
• Stress tolerant.
• Able to take ownership of complex technical challenges.

For any questions about this opportunity or the recruitment process, please contact [e-mail].