Specialist: Natural Adabas Developer | Europcar, Bruma Jhb

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

Job summary

Motus corporation seeks an experienced mainframe developer to perform system application programming with Natural/Adabas. Based in Bruma, Johannesburg, you will analyze requirements, design and implement application systems, and contribute to stability and performance of mainframe apps.

You will mentor junior developers, conduct code reviews, and ensure adherence to standards. Strong collaboration with stakeholders is essential to deliver reliable technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Natural/Adabas development.
• Experience with batch and online processing.
• Proven track record designing, building, deploying and maintaining mainframe applications.
• Experience in code reviews and mentoring junior developers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain application software and documentation.
• Adhere to development standards, procedures and methods.
• Conduct impact and feasibility studies and requirements analysis.
• Design application systems and interfaces; code, test, debug and implement modules.
• Enhance and maintain existing systems; ensure change control compliance.
• Create/update technical specs and user documentation; provide user training and support.
• Review code and mentor junior developers; stay updated on development trends.

Skills

Mainframe development

Natural/Adabas

Batch processing

Online processing

Mentoring juniors

Documentation

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Grade 12

Job description

Business Unit: Motus Car Rental

Reports to: Senior Manager:

Based at/in: Bruma (Zulberg Close), Johannesburg

Position overall objective:

The primary purpose of this role is to perform system application programming and related analysis tasks. This includes evaluating requirements, conducting technical feasibility studies, and designing, building, documenting, and implementing application systems. The role also involves enhancing existing systems and contributing to the overall stability and performance of mainframe applications.

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years relevant experience in Natural/Adabas development.
• Strong experience with BATCH and Online processing.
• Proven track record in designing, constructing, deploying, and maintaining mainframe applications.
• Experience in code reviews, especially mentoring and reviewing code written by junior developers.

Minimum Qualification:

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification
• Grade 12

Key Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Develop and maintain application software and documentation.
• Ensure adherence to development standards, procedures, and methods.
• Conduct impact and feasibility studies.
• Perform requirements analysis and design application systems and interfaces.
• Code, test, debug, and implement systems and program modules.
• Enhance and maintain existing systems.
• Ensure compliance with change control procedures.
• Create and update technical specifications and user documentation.
• Provide technical support and ensure system stability.
• Execute technical investigations and compile action plans.
• Assist in identifying processes and information flows aligned with business strategies.
• Provide training and support to users and team members.
• Perform code review and guide junior team members.
• Assist with system integration and implementation.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and team members.
• Review and mentor junior developers’ code, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices.
• Stay informed of current trends in systems development techniques.

Competencies:

• Applied IT Knowledge: Proficient in End User Computing applications.
• IT Development: Ability to write code and configure software components to technical specifications.
• IT Systems Knowledge: Understanding of IT systems and configurations in a business context.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve system issues effectively.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, time management, and ability to work under pressure.
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and self-motivated.
• Flexible, trustworthy, and responsible.
• Logical thinker with sound judgment.