Junior Software Developer

About the position

My client based in Tygerfalls, Bellville is currently looking for a Junior Software Developer to join their team on a permanent basis.

IT / FINANCE

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain components of the CRM platform and client-facing portals.
• Develop and support components of Android and Apple client applications.
• Contribute to the development of software in line with the future architecture and technology roadmap.
• Assist with improving and enhancing the existing software architecture.
• Collaborate closely with Business Analysts (BAs), Testers and the external software development partner.
• Follow established coding standards, development practices and software development methodologies.
• Identify opportunities to improve coding practices, processes and application functionality.
• Provide technical support and a customer-focused service to CRM users, including Advisers and internal business stakeholders.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements through development, testing and implementation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant tertiary Bachelor's degree, such as:
• BSc in Computer Science
• BSc in Software Engineering
• Information Technology or a related qualification.
• 2-3 years' software development experience.
• Practical experience with C# development.
• Experience with modern JavaScript libraries/frameworks, preferably Angular, Underscore or KnockoutJS.
• Experience working with SQL Server.
• Good understanding of the software development lifecycle and development processes.
• Experience within the financial services industry would be advantageous.
• PHP knowledge would be beneficial.
• Experience with CRM systems, client-facing portals and/or mobile application development would be advantageous.
• Experience with Android and Apple application development would be beneficial.
• Agile/Scrum experience would be advantageous.
• Flutter experience would be beneficial.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and logical-thinking ability.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and knowledge-sharing abilities.
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Customer-focused approach with the ability to understand and respond to user needs.
• Ability to work effectively with internal stakeholders, technical teams and external development partners.
• Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to changing development requirements.
• Proactive approach to identifying and recommending improvements.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team.

If you are ready for the next exciting step in your career, and would like to apply, please send us your updated CV to review

Desired Skills:

• SAP CRM
• C#
• C#.Net Development