ENVIRONMENT:A forward-thinking Digital Transformation Agency seeks the technical expertise of a tenacious & solutions-driven Senior ICT Systems Developer to join its team. Your core role will be to recommend technical solutions to business problems, through analysis, design development & integration of solutions that are efficient, reliable and cost-effective applications which add value to the business. The ideal candidate must possess a suitable IT Degree/Diploma or equivalent, have 5+ years experience in C#.Net, Microsoft Communication Foundation (MCF) & T-SQL. You will also require MS Team Foundation Server, Web Services/API Integrations, System Architecture & Technical Design & be able to work in complex team environments providing mentorship and facilitating learnership. Please note this is a 12-Month Contract.DUTIES:
- Provide external and internal support on systems and software queries.
- Maintain system components and ensure reliable deployment of new features.
- Take ownership of software issues, and work with the Development Teams to resolve more advanced issues when necessary.
- Document, troubleshoot and problem resolution steps independently.
- Responsible for collaborating with a variety of individuals and teams at all levels within the organisation.
- Perform advanced root cause analysis on bugs and databases.
- Configure and maintain in house schedules and scripting.
- Automate and implement processes.
- Provide value to the business by providing appropriate input regarding best use of technology.
- Ensure delivery of application solutions meets the needs of the business, ensuring the agility and flexibility of solutions to cater for future business demands.
- Effectively manage the design (technical specs), building, manageability and sustainability of in-house applications (SDLC, change control, capacity and performance planning etc.).
- Effectively manage the integration, manageability and sustainability of hosted or procured system applications.
- Apply governance and compliance principles to protect the interest of the company e.g., management of risks, internal controls, security management, etc.
- Work with colleagues as a Technical Thinking Partner/ peer mentor.
- Adhere to project timelines.
REQUIREMENTS:Qualifications
- A relevant tertiary IT Degree/Diploma or equivalent.
Experience/Skills
- 5+ Years –
- Microsoft Communication Foundation (MCF)
- .NET (C#)
- T-SQL (Stored Procedures etc.)
- Web Services/API Integrations.
- Source Code management (MS Team Foundation Server).
- System Architecture & Technical Design.
- Working with complex teams/environment, i.e., multi-tier solutions (in-house and external partners).
- Coaching and learning facilitation skills.
- Expert knowledge of systems development processes (methodologies, SDLC, development and testing techniques).
- Expert knowledge and understanding of the IT industry, especially in relation to application development.
Advantageous
- SSIS, SSRS.
- K2 Workflow.
- ASP.Net.
- MS SharePoint.
- Agile Methodology.
- Working knowledge of the Financial Services industry with experience in a Retail sector.
ATTRIBUTES:
- Able to inspire and ignite optimistic, positive energy.
- Think and acts systematically and strategically.
- Capacity to collaborate, integrate and facilitate teamwork.
- Self-monitoring, personal management and self-discipline.
- Learning agility and adaptability.
- Business Acumen.
- Sense of personal accountability and internal locus of control.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and within a team.
- Continuous Relationships Building.
- Ability to think creatively and innovatively within area of accountability.
- Learn new technologies/development languages.
- Research/Problem solve technical problems through appropriate use of available resources.
- Can work in a cross-functional team across all IT disciplines.
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