Sharepoint Custom Developer at Digital Outsource Services (Pty) Ltd

Job description

Purpose:

We are looking for a focused, self- motivated and dynamic individual to join the SharePoint Development Team. Our environment is fast moving, focused, structured and collaborative. You will form a vital part of a team of Developers who are responsible for critical business processes. Below is a breakdown of what will enable you to excel in our environment.

Duties will include, but not limited to:

• Operating Duties
• Develop SharePoint solutions to solve business problems
• Collaborate with Product Owners and Test Analysts in developing, testing and deploying of systems components (new/improved)
• Implementing and deploying custom SharePoint features to enhance out of box SharePoint functionality
• Convert business requirements into technical solutions using the appropriate and applicable SharePoint web part(s) using a combination of workflows and Web Development technologies
• Utilizing Visual Studio for implementing local and enterprise wide enhancements and features
• Interpret architectural design
• Help with end user training
• Provide second/third line support to IT for SharePoint solutions deployed into SharePoint Farm(s)
• Assist technical writers with technical documentation and user manuals related
• Solid knowledge of OO, development methodologies and applying patterns
• Ability to work alongside Architects to integrate and propose viable solutions to business
• Provide technical guidance to teammates through coaching and mentorship.
• Develop, Refine and tune integrations between other applications
• Understanding of the following is advantageous but not required
• MVC pattern
• Message Queues (RabbitMQ)
• NoSql (Mongo)

Job Competencies:

Experience

• Computer Science related degree, diploma or similar qualification. Microsoft Certifications are advantageous
• Experience working in SharePoint Designer 2007, 2010 and 2013.
• Experience with developing workflows using Visual Studio.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies including Scrum
• Extensive experience with workflow environment including SharePoint 2013 Workflow platform.
• Experience implementing and deploying custom SharePoint features to enhance out of box SharePoint functionality
• 3rd party integrations is advantageous but not required

Technical

• Knowledge of the SharePoint Client Object Model and web service interfaces
• A solid understanding of the SharePoint API
• Understand the out-of-the-box functionality and SharePoint web services
• Knowledge of the following is advantageous but not required
• Databases: MS SQL Server
• Software: CSS, CAML, CSOM JavaScript/jQuery and ASP.Net, Stored Procedures
• Pair Programming
• Understanding of the following is advantageous but not required
• Message Queues (RabbitMQ)
• NoSql (Mongo)
• Source control concepts (Merging, Branching, Publishing)
• Continuous Integration
• WFF
• Restful Services

Personal Management and behavioural competencies

• Well presented, team player with good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-motivated, strong personal drive, highly organised, energetic, innovative and proactive
• Assertive, confident, quick thinking and an implementer
• Have a passion for technology
• Motivated to do own research, self-study and other proactive activities to remain ahead of the curve.
• Comfortable with working outside normal working hours to complete projects as to limit impact on the organisation.
• Comfortable with working independently and as part of a team
• Sound organisational and time-management skills.
• Accountability
• High stress tolerance
• Flexible and able to cope with change and fluctuating demands
• Very systematic, precise, logical, accurate and thorough
• Problem solving focused