Senior Software Developer

Pronel Consultants; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Pronel Consultants in Pietermaritzburg seeks an experienced Software Developer to join a manufacturing environment. You will develop and enhance software solutions and support IT systems.

This hands-on role involves database work, web development, and progression toward IT management, with responsibilities across on-premise and cloud migrations and collaboration with business units.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in software development.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of SQL (MSSQL and MySQL).
• Web development skills, including JavaScript, HTML, CSS and PHP.
• Experience with Delphi, C/C++, C# and Python is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web-based applications using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and PHP.
• Manage MSSQL and MySQL databases, including SQL queries.
• Improve and support existing software systems.
• Develop new applications to improve operational efficiency.
• Identify and solve problems in the IT environment.
• Assist with migration of Exchange, SQL, domain controllers and file servers to the cloud.
• Provide software support across business systems.
• Liaise with external consultants when necessary.
• Oversee and allocate workloads to two IT team members.
• Develop into a hybrid Software Developer / IT Management role.

Skills

Software development

SQL (MSSQL & MySQL)

Web technologies (JS, HTML, CSS, PHP)

Delphi / C/C++ / C# / Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

MSSQL

MySQL

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Software Developer to join a well-established manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and enhancing software solutions, identifying opportunities for improvement and supporting the effective, efficient and secure operation of IT systems.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys solving problems, developing practical solutions and working closely with the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web-based applications using technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, CSS and PHP.

• Develop and manage MSSQL and MySQL databases, including SQL programming and queries.

• Maintain and improve existing custom-developed software systems.

• Develop new applications and solutions to improve operational efficiency.

• Identify problems within the operational environment and develop solutions independently.

• Maintain and manage the company intranet.

• Manage and support system upgrades and migrations.

• Assist with potential migration of Exchange, SQL, domain controller and file server systems to the cloud.

• Provide software support across various business systems.

• Procure and implement new software solutions where required.

• Liaise with external consultants where necessary.

• Oversee and allocate workloads to two IT team members.

• Develop into a hybrid Software Developer / IT Management role, ensuring the smooth running of the IT function.

Minimum Requirements

• Proven experience in software development.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.

• Strong knowledge and experience in SQL, specifically MSSQL and MySQL.

• Strong web development skills, including JavaScript, HTML, CSS and PHP.

• Experience with Delphi, C/C++, C# and Python would be advantageous, although proficiency in other programming languages will also be considered.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

• Excellent organisational and follow-up skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels.

• Strong business acumen and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

• Professional, ethical and reliable.

• Strong commitment to delivering tasks and meeting deadlines.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Software Developer who is able to understand business needs and translate them into practical technology solutions. The successful candidate should be comfortable taking ownership, working autonomously and gradually taking on broader IT management responsibilities.