Software Developer

Amatola Water; East London; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A South African water utility is seeking a Software Developer located in Eastern Cape, East London. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of development experience, particularly in Microsoft technologies such as C#, VB.NET, and SQL. Responsibilities include analyzing processes to meet user requirements, system support, user training, and assisting in improving organizational efficiency through automated solutions. The role offers an opportunity to mentor junior developers and contribute to the enhancement of the organization's IT systems.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 education is required.
• 3 to 5 years of development experience in a corporate environment is necessary.
• Experience with Microsoft development tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyze processes and develop systems to meet user requirements.
• Provide input into system specifications.
• Support users with system queries in a timely manner.
• Update user manuals and train end users.

Skills

C#

VB.NET

SQL

Database design

User support

Education

National Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent

BSc Computer Science

Tools

MS SQL Server

ERP software

Job description

Overview

Job title : Software Developer

Job Location : Eastern Cape, East London

Deadline : September 15, 2025

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12
• National Diploma : Information Technology or equivalent application development degree or BSc Computer Science

Minimum Experience

• 3 to 5 years development experience within a corporate environment. Including experience in a Microsoft development environment / Microsoft.Net (C# / VB.NET) and SQL.
• Fluent in database design / implementation / development and SQL query using MS SQL Server (queries, stored procedures, triggers, etc.)

Key Outputs

• Reporting to the Business Systems Specialist, the employee will :
• Analyse processes and develop systems accordingly to fulfil user requirements
• Provide input into and developing system specifications
• Refine processes and procedures, by automating manual processes used throughout Amatola Water to enhance productivity e.g. budget processes
• Provide support on all systems utilised within the organisation to improve organisational efficiency
• Provide user support on the ERP software, IMS (Integrated Management System) and other systems developed in-house
• Support users by assisting with system queries timeously
• Ensure training of end users on Amatola Water’s ERP and other systems developed in-house
• Provide users with training for the organisations ERP software as well as other systems deployed to the production environment
• Update user manuals and make it available to all users
• Mentor and guide the Junior Developer through developmental stages
• Compile and submit of monthly reports through to line management
• Minimise IT non-conformances and IT risks to ensure compliance to ICT policy
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