Jobs at Paracon

About the job

• We currently have an opportunity for a Remuneration and HR Information Systems Specialist to work on site in Johannesburg East for a client specializing within the Manufacturing and Packaging Sector. As you will be responsible for providing technical leadership and support in remuneration and HR information systems, there will be a dual function relating to project co-ordination, support in developing a cost-effective HRIS as well as supporting remuneration practices whilst facilitating efficient operations. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducting salary studies and market analysis as well as developing salary ranges.
• Champion job evaluation processes and maintenance of job profile data.
• Provide technical support on all HR Systems including user training.
• Updating SAGE People 300 modules.
• Validating and maintaining HR System to ensure the integrity of data and accuracy.
• Conducting user needs analysis, liaise with development team and stakeholders, testing as well as implementing systems.
• Managing projects for the HRIS and Remuneration section
• Provide technical and user support on all HR Systems to project managers and HR.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• 5 Years in IT Systems (HR and compensation)
• 2 years managing HRIS Implementations.
• Experience with Compensation, benefits and job evaluations
• SARA certification will be an advantage.

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About the job

• Our client, a leader in the finance industry in South Africa is seeking a Software Developer II specializing in CRM model-driven apps, on a 12 month contract in JHB.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop CRM model-driven apps for efficient lead management.
• Create custom automation and business processes using MS Dynamics 365, with proficiency in CRM Dynamics, model-driven apps, Power Automate, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Utilize PowerApps component framework and Microsoft Dataverse, including writing plugins, workflows, and business process flows in CRM Dynamics.
• Hands-on experience in MS Dynamics Sales, Service, and Marketing.
• Manage the development, configuration, and deployment of model-driven apps.
• Implement Agile methodologies and DevOps practices, with 3-5 years of practical experience in the mentioned technologies and tools.

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• Our client a leader in the financial industry in the Western Cape is looking for the services of an experienced and visionary Intermediate to Senior Data Architect on a 12-month contract to lead the design, development, and implementation of our data infrastructure on the AWS cloud. This position will be critical in defining our data strategy, ensuring data quality and governance, and enabling advanced analytics and reporting capabilities across our financial services and/or healthcare operations. 

Responsibilities:

• Define and implement the overall data architecture strategy and roadmap for the organization, aligned with business goals and industry best practices.
• Design and build scalable and secure data warehousing and data lake solutions on AWS (e.g., Redshift, S3, Lake Formation).
• Develop and maintain data models (conceptual, logical, and physical) that support various analytical and operational needs within the financial services and/or healthcare context.
• Establish and enforce data governance policies, standards, and procedures to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Design and implement ETL/ELT processes and data integration pipelines using AWS services (e.g., Glue, Step Functions, Data Pipeline) and other relevant tools. 
• Evaluate and recommend new data technologies and tools to enhance our data infrastructure and capabilities on AWS.
• Collaborate with Data Engineers, Data Analysts, and other stakeholders to understand their data requirements and provide architectural guidance.
• Ensure the performance, reliability, and scalability of our data platforms on AWS.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for data architecture, data models, and data flows.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other members of the data team.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in data architecture, cloud computing, and relevant industry regulations (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR, POPIA).

Non-Negotiables

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field.
• 5-8 years of experience in data architecture, with a significant focus on cloud-based solutions, particularly AWS.
• Deep understanding of data modelling principles (e.g., relational, dimensional, NoSQL).
• Extensive experience designing and implementing data warehousing solutions (e.g., Redshift, Snowflake, BigQuery).
• Hands-on experience with AWS data services such as S3, Redshift, Athena, Glue, Lake Formation, IAM, and Security Hub.
• Strong knowledge of ETL/ELT concepts and tools.
• Experience with data governance frameworks and tools.
• Understanding of data security best practices in a cloud environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and design skills.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills.

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About the job

• Ready to take your network engineering career to the next level?
•  We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and self-motivated professional with a passion for delivering robust, high-performance network solutions and exceptional customer service.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Deliver infield support for wired and wireless network solutions and associated services.
• Perform high-level network troubleshooting and resolve issues relating to Layer 2/3, firewalls, and connectivity.
• Respond promptly and professionally to service desk tickets, ensuring timely resolution aligned with SLA agreements.
• Monitor and maintain network systems proactively to ensure optimal performance.
• Collaborate with the network team to deliver on service commitments and support shared goals.
• Provide 24/7 rotational support for technology platforms and customers.
• Keep network documentation, diagrams, and inventories updated and accurate.
• Maintain and build strong client relationships through consistent and reliable service delivery.
• Continuously enhance your technical expertise and share knowledge with colleagues.

Minimum Requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in IT.
• 6 years of network engineering experience.
• Strong wireless networking experience and troubleshooting ability.
• Solid L2/L3 network troubleshooting skills.
• 5 years Cisco Firepower, Cisco ASA firewalls experience.
• Must have a valid CCNP certification.
• Alcatel-Lucent network experience (advantageous).
• Working knowledge of SIP/VoIP, Cloud Networking, TCP/IP stack.

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About the job

• Are you a curious and courageous individual, obsessed with mastery, who thrives on automating processes and fostering seamless collaboration between development and IT teams? Do you have a passion for enabling rapid, reliable software delivery in an agile environment? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
• As our DevOps Engineer, you will be at the forefront of our continuous delivery journey, playing a pivotal role in designing, developing, testing, and releasing software with increased frequency, speed, and reliability. You will leverage your expertise in Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment, underpinned by Lean thinking, to champion continuous improvement and foster a strong collaborative culture between development, testing, and operations. Its a contract for 6 months

Responsibilities

• Elevate Operational Efficiency: Identify and implement innovative solutions to significantly increase operational efficiency and drive tangible cost-effectiveness across our technology landscape.
• Strategic Cost Management: Take ownership of cost control within your business area, proactively planning, implementing, managing, and reporting on cost-effectiveness initiatives. You will be key in identifying and escalating any variances.
• Risk Mitigation & Policy Contribution: Effectively manage high-risk and complex financial issues within your area of accountability, contributing valuable insights to the development and refinement of relevant policies.
• Build Bridges & Foster Collaboration: Cultivate strong relationships across teams, proactively managing expectations, sharing knowledge and diverse perspectives, and building crucial buy-in for your initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Synergy: Engage actively in cross-functional relationships, providing and seeking vital work support to ensure seamless workflows and shared success.
• Contribute to Competitive Advantage: Stay ahead of the curve by engaging in external networking, benchmarking, and representing our organization in relevant industry forums, contributing to our sustained competitive edge.
• Understand & Address Client Needs: Utilize a structured requirements process to thoroughly assess client needs, expertly gathering, analysing, documenting, and managing any subsequent changes.

Qualification 

• Proven Expertise: A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience working with Microsoft Azure.
• Azure Credentials: Hold an AZ-104 certification; AZ-305 certification would be a significant advantage.
• Solid experience with version control tools such as Git and BitBucket.
• Demonstrated experience in provisioning and operating Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery tools, whether within Azure DevOps or using Jenkins.
• Strong working knowledge of Windows Server and RHEL operating systems.
• Experience with containerization platforms like AKS and OpenShift would be highly beneficial.
• Runtime Environment Familiarity: Understanding of runtime environments including .NET, IIS, Tomcat, and Wildfly.
• Abundant opportunities to connect with talented individuals and collaborate on exciting projects.