Application Developer - 2 Years Fixed Term Contract at The Special Investigating Unit

Main purpose: To develop and modify source code for software applications. To create and test applications designed and developed for use within SIU, applying knowledge of the system development lifecycle in developing new applications. To apply knowledge of coding principles in developing applications that are robust, scalable, and manageable. To write and maintain technical documentations for applications. To collaborate with other Business Units, Enterprise Architecture, Business Analysts, Project Managers, and ICT team members in Planning, designing, developing, and deploying applications.

Minimum qualification and experience: Three years’ ICT Degree or equivalent NQF level qualification. 5 years’ experience in ICT, with 2 years in application design, and a minimum of 3 years demonstratable experience in application development using ASP.NET 2.0 or Core, CSS and C#. Exposure and experience in “modern” programming languages and environments will be an advantage.

Key performance areas (Include but not limited to): Understanding client requirement and how they translate to new application features. Design and create prototypes according to specifications. Writing high-quality code to program compete applications on schedule. Perform unit and integrated testing before launch. Conduct functional and non-functional testing. Troubleshoot and debug applications. Evaluate existing applications to reprogram, update and add new features. Develop technical documents and handbooks to accurately represent application design and code.

Required knowledge and Behavioural (include but not limited to): Knowledge in designing and developing applications. Demonstratable working knowledge of programming languages such as C#, ASP.NET 2.0 or Core, CSS, HTPL 5, Java, Python or PHP, etc. Excellent understanding of software design and programming principles. Good analytical thinking and problem-solving skills. A team player with excellent communication skills. Good attention to detail and time-management skills. Creative and good analytical skills.