Application Developer

Rory Mackie & Associates

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

15 days ago

Job SummaryOverview:Our client, a highly influential industry association is seeking an Application Developer to join their team. The successful candidate will be accountable for contributing to the strategic direction of the organisation's digital transformation as well as achieving targets through the provision of an expert level of business and operational support to new app development, website updates and the training of new and existing members on our client's platform. The successful candidate will also oversee management and facilitation, and key account management of system users. They will also be in charge of project facilitation (when necessary) to uplift the operating functionality of the business unit to comply with application.The ideal candidate has outstanding Web Development skills and will be responsible for the coding, innovative design, and layout of our websites. Responsibilities will include building our website, from the concept and maintenance, all the way to completion. Fashioning everything from the home page to site layout and function.Responsibilities:

Writing well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
Creating website layout/user interfaces by using standard HTML/CSS practices for our client's websites
Integrating data from various back-end services and databases
Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical needs
Create and maintain software documentation
Be responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling the websites
Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities
Provide an expert level of service and support to users of our client's platforms like 1WorldSync, Trusted Source, Supplier Portals, API and FUSE tool
Strong client liaison management for existing members to understand challenges, provide solutions and pre-empt the realisation of risks.
Provide support to our client's team on end-user technical issues. Understand Product information and sustainability information required for enriched product information.

Skills and Experience:

HTML
CSS
Java Script
Power Pages
Design Basics (Photoshop/GIMP) - beneficial not compulsory
D365 Customer Engagement - beneficial not compulsory
Familiarity with at least one of the following programming languages: PHP, ASP.NET, Javascript
Understanding Azure is beneficial for creating cloud-based solutions within the Power Platform
Must have good communication skills.
Sound knowledge of digital systems.
Ability to build and maintain a relationship with clients.
Must possess stakeholder skills.
Understand SQL Fundamentals.
Understand XML's and Web services.
Ability to work under pressure, ability to work on multiple projects, ability to explain complex matters in layman's terms:
Including willingness to take direction from Solution Lead, data analysis, understanding of digital contact centre technologies, enthusiasm, and passion.
Skilled at working effectively with cross functional teams in a matrix organization
Strong presentation skills

Education and Professional Requirements:

Diploma or bachelor's degree in IT/Computer Science
Minimum of 2-3 years' experience as a developer and in a technical support role
Two years' experience in a supply chain environment
Proficient with analytical software, statistics, data analysis and research methods
MS SQL, HTML, CSS
Exposure to, MS Customer Experience, MS Dynamic, MS Portal, and Power Apps or Sage Financials
Training experience
Understanding of Electronic Data Interchange
Understanding of supply chain processes, technologies, and solutions

Competencies:

A positive attitude and willingness to work in a team
Attention to detail and high degree of accuracy
Responsible, reliable, work systematically and have a high degree of personal integrity
Professional verbal and written communications skills
Follow procedures with a structured approach to problem-solving
Be neat, orderly, organised and self-motivated
Ability to manage your own time effectively and embrace change positively

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