Junior Software Developer

About the Role

The Africa Assurance Innovation and Digital team is looking to hire a talented software developer to assist in building tailored digital and innovative solutions for our Assurance business. These solutions encompass a range of smart technologies such as Robotic Process Automation (RPA), SharePoint, Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Data Analytics. These solutions are designed to monitor and facilitate process operations, enhance productivity, maximise efficiency, and mitigate risk in the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, implement, and support innovative solutions.
• Write and modify code.
• Debug software.
• Provide support post-implementation.
• Design, code, and implement scalable software solutions.
• Maintain and upgrade existing systems.
• Test, maintain, and recommend software improvements to ensure strong functionality and optimisation.
• Create technical and process documentation for reference and reporting.
• Manage user access and permissions.
• Produce clean, efficient code based on specifications.
• Work with Business Analysts, Product Owners, and other developers to define and deliver business impacting projects.
• Support the launch and implementation of solutions, as well as providing post-implementation support in resolving any potential issues to ensure smooth business operations.
• Conduct root cause analysis of issues.
• Test and debug code.
• Troubleshoot and debug software issues.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Coding Languages: C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, Python, VB Script, Ruby, R, HTML5, XML, CSS
• Frameworks/Systems: AngularJS, REACT, .NET, Git
• Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Databases: Relational and non-relational
• Data Analysis/Visualization: Microsoft Excel, Power BI, TIBCO Spotfire (advantageous)
• Microsoft 365 Platform: Data storage, analysis, reporting tools and technologies (Azure SQL, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Pivot, Power Query & Power View, SharePoint etc) (preferential)

Qualifications

• An analytical mind and inclination for problem-solving.
• Highly self-motivated and directed.
• Logical and efficient, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate technical details to non-technical audiences.
• Excellent listening, interpersonal, and oral communication skills.
• Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Excellent planning, organisational, project, and time management skills.
• Knowledge and interest in computer systems and the latest technologies.
• The ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Programming, or Information Management.
• Comfortable communicating with other developers, Business Analysts, and Project Managers.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of software development life cycle processes, agile development methodologies, software design, and testing.
• Experience working on a variety of software development projects.
• Experience developing workflow-based solutions or functionality.
• Experience developing and consuming APIs.
• Experience with web development technologies (preferential).
• Experience as a full-stack developer with strong knowledge of software engineering concepts (preferred).
• Basic knowledge and understanding of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• General knowledge and experience in working with databases (Relational and non-relational).
• Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.