Specialist: IT Systems Developer (Papyrus Software Developer) at Liberty Group South Africa

Purpose

• To provide advice and support in area of specialisation and enable the design, creation, development, documentation & testing of programs.

Key Requirements

• Good knowledge of an object-orientated programming language (required)
• Proven report writing, verbal and written communication, and presentation skills (required)
• Self-starter who is capable of working independently
• Research and problem-solving skills
• Sense of urgency and a can-do attitude
• Collaborative mindset
• Experience with Papyrus Objects / Papyrus Designer / Business Designer (preferred)
• Oracle skills and an understanding of scripting (preferred)
• Knowledge of ISIS Papyrus platform (current version 7.52) (nice to have)
• Experience with webservices SOAP adaptor / MQ series adaptor (preferred)
• Understanding of REST webservice calls (preferred)
• Experience with XML and JSON data files (preferred)

Minimum Experience

• 3 - 5 years experience in a similar environment, of which 1 -2 years at a junior specialist level

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas [NQF Level 07] in Information Technology and Computer Sciences

Process

• Apply relevant research methodologies, tools and techniques to effectively and purposefully gather information.
• Understand the interdependence and integration of different systems and related processes to apply practically in an area of work.
• Provide specialist advice and support in area of accountability to ensure that identified solutions and recommendations are appropriate and effective.
• Gather specification and related information in order to inform the architectural design of IT systems.
• Provide constructive and timeous feedback on work progress and problems encountered to relevant stakeholders.
• Research and examine current systems and consult users to obtain information to inform possible improvements.
• Write software and develop documentation and related operating manuals to increase the utility value of systems.
• Develop and deliver technical design solutions according to agreed standards that address business requirements within an agreed timeframe.
• Accountable for the execution of specialised work including the improvement of quality, standards and outputs within defined work routines and operating procedures.
• Proactively solves problems, determines root-cause and applies solutions in line with guidelines and providing the necessary information to solve problems related to area of specialisation.
• Plan for own task execution and advises on improvements related to area of specialisation.

Customer

• Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and Treating the Customer Fairly (TCF) principles to provide specialist support and guidance.

Finance

• Adhere to specified standards, policies and procedures to prevent potential losses/wastage related to the area of specialisation.

Learning and Growth

• Contribute positively to own area-specific knowledge improvement associated with area of specialisation.

Governance

• Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of work and continuously identify, rectify and escalate risks where necessary.