RPA Developer - Parktown at Hollard Insurance

Role Objectives:

Responsible for Improving profitability by supporting the Hollard Insure IT Strategy through analysis and software development in our Robotics and Process Automation department.

Key Responsibilities: 

TECHNICAL

• Code, test and troubleshoot programs utilizing the appropriate hardware, database, and programming technology using prescribed tools, specifications and coding standards
• Maintain and modify software solutions, make approved changes by amending workflows, develop detailed programming logic, and coding changes
• Develop and test software applications and enhancements (unit testing and SIT) and work with testing teams (UAT) to define test cases and obtain signoffs
• Analyse performance of applications and take action to correct deficiencies based on consultation with stakeholders after obtaining necessary approval
• Follow development and release management procedures, including documentation, CAB presentations and collaborating with operations team
• Confer with stakeholders to gain understanding of needed changes or modifications of existing applications.
• Write and maintain software solution documentation including design, deployment, release management, testing and support artefacts
• Maintain timesheets, tasks and other project management inputs. Work with PMs on feasibility, estimation, actively manage risks etc
• Within the prescribed constraints and team methodology, able to independently complete a unit of work from analysis to delivery
• Work closely with operations to foster a DevOps culture
• Working in an Agile environment

CUSTOMER SERVICE & TCF

• Customer service: Maintain a high level of service to customers (internal and external) according to the service standards as set by the company.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• Understand and adapt to the Engineering methodologies which include the SAFE Agile Framework
• Good communication including verbal and business writing skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Process driven in terms of planning and organising skills
• Aptitude and dedication to thrive in a dynamic and deadline-oriented environment
• Ability to work across business units with varying stakeholders
• At least 5-8 years in software development experience incl. transforming business processes into automated solutions using workflow, SOA
• Integration frameworks & techniques, Web frameworks e.g. Angular will be beneficial
• C# 6/7 ; SQL
• UIPath / Blue Prism
• XML (required)
• BPMN (beneficial)
• UML (beneficial)
• SAFe

Educational Requirements

• Matric
• BSc Software Engineering or relevant equivalent tertiary qualification