SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER

To develop propriety software applications based in Centurion

Education and Experience
School : Grade 12
Post School : Degree/Diploma in ICT/Computer Science or equivalent

Technical Expertise : Microsoft Visual Studio
MS SQL
.Net Framework
C#
C++
Java
Windows Forms
Windows Service
Web Forms
Web Services
ASP.Net
WPF
WCF
MS Office
Experience : Minimum 10 years
Other : Valid Light Motor Vehicle Driver’s License


Key Competencies

Excellent writing, documenting and communication skills in English
Understanding of networks and network principals
Excellent knowledge of MS Windows/Servers and the MS Office products
Excellent knowledge of data backup and recovery principles
Excellent knowledge of software programming concepts and techniques
SCRUM knowledge and experience advantageous
Comprehensive understanding of the implementation methodologies for the technology being utilized in product development, such as .NET or Java Framework.

Software Development

Develop, create, and modify general computer applications software or specialized utility programs
Analyse user needs and develop software solutions using industry best-practice principals
Design software or customize software for client use with the aim of optimizing operational efficiency Analyse and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team
Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces
Modify existing software to correct errors, allow it to adapt to new hardware, or to improve its performance

Analyse user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints
Consult with customers about software system design and maintenance
Assist with software system installation and monitor equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met
Analyse and design databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database
Perform R&D activities to find ways to increase performance and functionality and new products that could meet the company’s overall business development strategy and the clients’ requirements.
Assist in determining the approach to be utilized in a project implementation
Participate in every aspect of the development and implementation process to ensure full understanding of the change implications to current business processes.
Identify and escalate technical design or specification issues to Development Manager
Follows good development practices and software development life cycle methodologies throughout product development