Java Developer - Sandton - Johannesburg

Key Purpose:
• Design, code, test, debug and correct program modules in development.
• Provide support and maintenance of computer systems.
• Produce complex specifications and implement systems enhancements.
• Work with the system architect to define the system design and then develop and test the necessary code, that will be deployed.


Key Outputs:
• Design of the system architecture, including:
- Infrastructure requirements
- System application architecture
- Security requirements
- Object design
• Assistance with the production of technical specifications
• Design solutions across multiple systems
• Strong technical knowledge across multiple disciplines (such as development patterns, struts, performance and optimisation)
• Debug across multiple systems
• Build and maintain systems
• Integrate new systems with existing ones
• Analyse existing systems to evaluate user requirements, assist with technical specifications
• Lead small team of developers on various projects
• Detailed design capabilities to ensure that the system is designed to consider dimensions such as security, performance, and user friendliness


Competencies:
• Ability to foresee problems and to code for these problems
• Ability to take ownership and accountability
• Ability to work under pressure and to multi-task
• Drive and initiative to get things done
• Ability to deal with complexity and migrate between detail and high level requirements
• Team work
• Innovative & Creative


Qualifications & Experience:
ESSENTIAL:
• Minimum 3 years systems development experience in Java, J2EE (Back-end)
• Knowledge of multiple languages and/or technologies and in depth understanding of database structures
• BSc Computer Science/ Information systems
• Formal Java Qualification

Please email CV's to Anisha@zaprogress.co.za. All candidates will be contacted.