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Since our establishment in 1918, Sanlam has been a prominent part of the South African business landscape. We have always held a long-term view of how business adapts to the demands of the environment in which it operates. Today, in a dynamic world, we see an evolving set of social, economic, political and environmental imperatives that require our skilfu...
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Who are we?
Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architecture. We operate the various technology platforms and shared services, ensure Cyber and Information Security resilience, and act as technology governance and risk orchestrator for technology across Sanlam.
What will you do?
Analysis of change requests received
Provide recommendations man-day estimates for implementing changes
Design prototypes for change requests
Design Web Interfaces (graphic design) if applicable
Maintain existing programmes according to change requests
Produce appropriate software programs that satisfy the specifications
Test own programs / artefacts to ensure correctness
Test Interfaces to other systems
Debugging of programs
Provide test information to Testers
Implement changes into the Production environment
Document changes implemented and programs
Updates of data model documentation
Problem solving, root cause analysis and user assistance (functional)
Technical support / assistance to others on own programs / systems
Provision of user guides / training material
Provide hands-on training for own system
Provide standby / support (if and when applicable)
Correct errors / bugs in production
What will make you successful in this role?
Qualifications:
Relevant IT Qualifications (degree or diploma)
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years’ experience within application development
Proven record of exceptional work performance
Experience with Agile methodologies will be a strong recommendation
Knowledge:
Understanding of the SDLC Methodology
Understanding of Microsoft C# in the context of the Microsoft.NET framework
Basic understanding of UML (Class, Activity, Entity Relation Diagrams, etc.)
Understanding of OO concepts, design principles and patterns
Good knowledge of the following technologies will be a strong recommendation:
• .NET C#, ASP.NET, ADO.NET
• MVC, MCF, LinQ
• HTML, CSS, XML
• JavaScript, JQuery, Json
• Ajax
• SQL 2012 and /or Express
• Angular
Understand and code XML, XSD, HTTP and SOAP protocols
Knowledge of Persistence frameworks (XPO would be beneficial)
Basic understanding of Microsoft Patterns and Practices
Problem Analysis and Problem Solving Techniques
Impact Analysis Techniques
Documentation Frameworks, Tools and Standards
Coaching / Mentoring Techniques
Understanding of Domain Driven Design concepts
Understanding Planning ,Software design
Software Quality and metric
High level understanding of Enterprise Test Methodology
Sound knowledge of the Financial Services industry will be a strong recommendation
Kentico CMS (would be beneficial)
Competencies:
Strong analytical & numerical ability
Problem solving skills
Conceptual thinker
Good communication people interaction / interpersonal skills
Action / results orientation
Quality Assurance orientation
Knowledge seeking / Continuous learning
Building and Maintaining relationships
Customer Service
Adaptability
Strong team work orientation
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Build a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its four business clusters – Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core Competencies
Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others
Customer focus - Contributing through others
Drives results - Contributing through others
Collaborates - Contributing through others
Being resilient - Contributing through others
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Closing date: 6 August 2021
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.
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