Our Client an International Law Firm based in Pretoria is seeking to hire an experienced Software Developer with strong coding skills in C#, JavaScript. .Net and SQL. Candidates must be able to handle a fast pace, agile and high pressured environment. Position based in Pretoria – Hybrid Model.
Client Details
International leading Law Fir, s[ecialising in providing intellectual property and commercial services.
Description
The Software Developer role is to design, code, test, and analyse software programs and applications. This includes researching, designing, documenting, and modifying software specifications throughout the production life-cycle. The software developer will also analyse and amend software errors in a timely and accurate fashion and provide status reports where required.
Duties:
- To obtain a good understanding of the Microsoft SQL databases used by the firm including the Triggers, Views, Stored Procedures and SQL Jobs.
- To obtain a good understanding of the custom developed code that is in place to enhance and integrate the software with other operational software.
- Testing where software changes were made and identifying and solving any technical problems.
- Maintain system availability of these applications.
- Make recommendations and incorporate improvements in these software applications.
- Work closely with the Software Development Manager, Solutions Architect, and other members of the team on IT projects.
- Communicate with the Software Development Manager with efficiency and accuracy on any issues, progress and /or delays.
- Transfer skills/knowledge to less experienced team members
- Adhere to all IT policies and procedures.
- Plan phases of the software development life cycle (SDLC) for a variety of projects.
- Assist in the preparation and documentation of software requirements and specifications.
- Research and document requirements of software users.
- Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
- Recommend, schedule, and perform software improvements and upgrades.
- Consistently write, translate, and code software programs and applications according to specifications.
- Run and monitor software performance tests on new and existing programs for the purposes of correcting errors, isolating areas for improvement, and general debugging.
- Administer critical analysis of test results and deliver solutions to problem areas.
- Assist in the development and maintenance of user manuals and guidelines.
- Liaise with network administrators, systems analysts, and software engineers to assist in resolving problems with software products or company software systems.
- Manage and/or provide guidance to junior software developers and research assistants.
Profile
Skills and Knowledge:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills are required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application software.
- Ability to work under pressure and engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously.
- Being able to work to tight deadlines.
- High level of precision and attention to detail.
- Flexibility with respect to time and work.
- A friendly and service-orientated person.
- Willingness to learn and apply.
- To be self-motivated and a “go-getter”.
- Ability to transfer knowledge and write high-quality technical documentation
- Flexible and adaptable regarding learning and understanding new technologies.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to conduct research into software-related issues and products.
- Highly logical.
- Technically proficient.
- Highly self-motivated and directed
Qualifications and Experience :
- College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science or software engineering, and/or 5 years equivalent work experience.
- 5 Years minimum development experience coding in; C#.NET, VB.NET, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, Transact SQL
- Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
- Advantage Power Platform.
Job Offer
Market Related
CTC – Benefit package – Medical Aid, Provident Fund
About The Employer:
International Legal Organization