Java Developer (Senior) - Vitality Life at Discovery Limited

Key Purpose

Design, code, test, debug and correct program modules in development for the back end service providers. Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Work with the system architect to define the system design and then develop and test the necessary code that will be deployed.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

Design

• Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to VitalityHealth processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements. Deliver within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed
• Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise
• Estimate development timelines based on business requirements

Development:

• Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Deliver within agreed timeframes
• Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found

Testing:

• Verify build stability and quality with development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects
• Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data.
• Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary

Support / Troubleshooting:

• Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures
• Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues)

Mentoring / Team development:

• Actively coach other developers to understand and apply the VitalityHealth coding and architectural standards correctly, as well as any technologies in use
• Perform code review to ensure logical correctness, maintainability, scalability, performance, compliance with architectural standards and frameworks
• Assist in identifying training needs of team members

Personal development:

• Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment
• Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models

General:

• Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions
• Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support.

Behavioural Competencies

Personal Attributes and Skills

• Drives Results
• Values Driven
• Optimistic
• Learns on the Fly
• Resilient
• Instils Trust
• People Savvy
• Drives Results
• Problem Solver
• Leadership Skills
• Strategic Agility
• Manages complexity
• Balances Stakeholders





 
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Technical Skills

• Language – Java 6,7 & 8 /J2EE Pattern knowledge
• Databases – Oracle, PL/SQL
• Frameworks – Spring Framework, Hibernate, JPA, ElasticSearch
• Test Tools – TDD, JUnit, Mockito,
• Code repository – GIT, BITBUCKET
• Front-end framework – NodeJs, Angular
• Application Servers – Weblogic, JBoss Application Server
• Build tools/Dependency – Maven, Ant
• Web Services – REST and SOAP
• Automated testing Framework – Jmeter
• Nice to have –
  • Experience with tibco EMS queues
  • Linux command line
  • Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
  • DevOps/CI tools (Jenkins, SonarQube, etc.)
  • Monitoring/reporting tools (Splunk, Dynatrace, etc.)


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Education
Education and Experience

• Matric
• BSc Computer Sciences/ Information Systems or equivalent IT tertiary qualification
• Formal Java Qualification (Advantageous)


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Knowledge

• Knowledge of commonly used design patterns
• Broad understanding of how to put together an EE-based business solution from scratch
• Excellent understanding of Object Orientated principals and Java language fundamentals
• Working knowledge of Software development within SDLC, Unit Testing, Data modelling and design of database structures
• Agile Methodology


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Experience

• A minimum of 6 or more years Java systems development experience with exposure to core technical skills and technologies listed
• Java EE knowledge and experience