Software Developer SAP ABAP

About the position

Job Overview


Software Developers are responsible for developing the code that is used to construct advanced and complex technical solutions including applications, systems, integrations, and automation. 


1. Lead the conceptualisation and design of new complex technical software solutions by:

• Working with and leading other IT team members to find creative, innovative solutions to business problems.


• Providing technical guidance to Solution Specialists and Business Analysts during the design phase.


• Using business requirements and functional specifications to formulate technical specifications including programme, class, and method specifications.


• Creating workflow diagrams and charts to demonstrate the functionality of programmes before coding.


• Provide input into solution architecture.

2. Developing new software solutions by:

• Transforming technical designs and specifications into quality code in the appropriate programming language.


• Applying the adopted code development standards to manage the development process.


• Ensuring security standards and compliance governance are adhered to and reflected in the developed code.


• Developing supporting documentation in line with the adopted development standards

3. Ensure that code is operational and ready for deployment by:

• Regularly compiling and running code to check for bugs.


• Fixing bugs and rewriting code when necessary.


• Contributing to the development and planning of test cycles for the deployment for final products.


• Resolving bugs and errors identified during testing.


• Compiling relevant systems and handover documentation whenever required.

4. Develop integrations to ensure dataflow between different internal and external systems and platforms:

• Clearly defining and clarifying the sending and receiving systems and developing technical specifications for required integrations.


• Selecting the best suited coding language for the integration requirement.


• Ensuring the development of code to integrate new functionality into existing applications.


• Testing integrations and amending code as required.

5. Ensuring system uptime through maintenance and support by:

• Performing technical investigations for system errors and performance related issues.


• Reviewing code on a frequent basis and adjusting as necessary to ensure proper working of the programme.


• Developing code for software patches and bug fixes


• Continually update documentation for all programmes for internal and external reference.


• Performing upgrades to make software and systems more secure and efficient.

6. Project managing system deployments and changes by:

• Planning milestones for deliverables and deployment


• Tracking progress against milestone dates and reporting on progress.


• Managing deviations and escalating roadblocks.


• Managing project resources assigned to the project.

7. Engaging with relevant stakeholders by:

• Regularly meeting with IT colleagues to identify, agree and prioritise IT programming priorities.


• Regularly meeting with the Software Development team members and his/her manager to report progress, raise issues and brainstorm solutions.


• Building a network of external peers that are equally specialised in software development and leveraging their network to learn, obtain information and stay informed of trends.

Qualifications and Experience Required for Job


1. Qualifications: SAP ECC 6 ABAP Certification


2. Experience: 8 to 10 years general work experience with at least 8 years relevant experience.


Relevant experience includes:

• Information System support and development


• Application development

 


 

Desired Skills:

• Systems Analysis
• Complex Problem Solving
• Programming/configuration
• Critical Thinking
• Time Management