Title
Developer
Job Description
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities
- Coding and Development
- Design and Architecture
- Problem Solving
- Collaboration
- Mentorship
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Coding and Development
- Write, test, and maintain code for various applications.
- Design, develop, and maintain Java applications using the Springboot Framework.
- Build and implement RESTful APIs in Java to integrate with front-end and third-party applications.
- Develop web applications using the Laravel Framework.
Design and Architecture
- Participate in designing system architecture and making decisions about the best technologies and frameworks to use.
Problem Solving
- Identify and fix bugs, optimize performance, and ensure the reliability of applications.
- Work closely with other developers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality software.
- Provide guidance and support to junior developers, helping them grow their skills.
COMMUNICATIONS & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
Internal:
- Developers
- Business Analyst
- Testers
Reasons for Interaction:
- Guides and mentors’ new staff in the processes of the organisation.
- Perform code reviews.
- Assisting with getting code into UAT and promoting to PROD.
- Get better understanding of user requirements
- Review feedback and bugs to resolve with assistance from senior developers
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, & SKILLS
Educational Qualifications:
- A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Professional Qualifications/Preferred Skills
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages (e.g., Java, PHP, JavaScript).
- Experience with frameworks (e.g., Springboot, Laravel) and development tools (e.g., Git, Docker).
- Knowledge of database design and management (e.g., MSSQL, MySQL).
- Proficient in using version control systems like Git.
- Ability to write and execute unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Willingness to learn new technologies and adapt to changing requirements.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Optional certifications in specific technologies or methodologies (e.g., AWS, Scrum, JCP).
Years of Experience
- Minimum of 2-5 years of professional experience in software development.
Other requirements
- Fluency in English is mandatory
- Strong oral and written communications skills.
- Organisational and prioritisation skills.
- Excellent administrator with strong attention to detail.
- Technology and system savvy.
- Numeracy skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment whilst still maintaining high levels of accuracy.
- Ability to maintain supreme levels of ethical behaviour and confidentiality.
- Ability to identify opportunities for improvement
Education
Languages
Top Skills
What We Do
Altron is a proudly South African technology group. We harness the power of data, technology and human ingenuity to solve real-world problems, from the everyday to the epic. A technology industry leader since 1965, we’re partnering with customers across all industries to help them grow, build a thriving economy and transform today into a simpler, safer and smarter tomorrow. Altron operates in six countries, employs 4,700+ people and reported revenue of ZAR 7.9bn for the 12-month period ended 28 Feb 2023.