Job Purpose
To ensure that software development, enhancements, implementation, maintenance and optimisation are performed to achieve business objectives. To assist with detecting application issues, analyse software, and implement software solutions within standards.
Education and Experience
Minimum Qualification & Experience Required
Relevant National Diploma / Advanced Certificate (NQF 6) AND 3 - 4 years' experience in software development environment, of which 1 - 2 years at a knowledge worker level
ALTERNATIVE #
Senior Certificate (NQF 4) AND 6 years' related experience in a software development environment, of which 1 - 2 years at a knowledge worker level
Minimum Functional Requirements
Expert in Natural, ADABAS, z/OS & JCL, IBM Integration Bus (IIB) or IBM APP Connect B2B Integrator or Business Process Management (BPM), JAVA or Microsoft .net
Industry Related Qualifications and Experience
IBM Certified Solution Developer - Integration Bus (Any Version) - could be inclusive of below products:
IBM Integration Bus (IIB) or B2B Integrator;
Business Process Management (BPM) or IBM App Connect;
Oracle Certified Professional Java SE Developer (Any Version);
Microsoft Certified Solution Developer with skills in C++ and large volume data processing applications.
Experience with SQL Server Integration Services an advantage.
Extensive experience with large volume data processing applications.
Extensive experience with Service Orientated Architecture.
Experience with containerisation and micro services technologies and architectures.
Extensive experience with cross platform and multidata base technology data processing, including Microsoft SQL Server and DB2.
Experience with NoSQL technology databases.
Additional Technical Competencies
Application Implementation (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory). Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations. Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution.
Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding this skill.
Focus is on broad issues.
Capable of coaching others.
Participate in senior level discussions regarding this competency.
Has consistently provided ideas and perspectives on process or practice improvements.
Assist in the development of reference and resource materials in this competency.
Application Systems (IT) Proficient in - (Applied theory).
Break down objects or ideas into simpler parts and find evidence to support generalisations.
Compile component ideas into a new whole or proposed alternative solution.
Can perform the actions associated with the skill without assistance and is recognised within own organisation as "a person to ask" when difficult questions arise regarding their skill
GOC Confidential - (a) sensitive information, the unlawful disclosure of which may be harmful to the security or national interest of the Republic or could prejudice the Republic in its international relations;(b) commercial information, the disclosure of which may cause financial loss to an entity or may prejudice an entity in its relations with its clients, competitors, contractors and suppliers. E.g. Taxpayer information
Job Outputs:
Process
Design system changes and enhancements that address business requirements.
Apply and utilise systems in a manner that ensures efficient and effective service delivery, optimised quality, financial accuracy and calculation.
Implement initiatives relating to projects that will lead to improved key processes across the business.
Perform operations in a specialised area to technical specifications and contribute to operational result delivery within predefined standards.
Accumulate information and provide reports with recommendations applicable to area of specialisation.
Apply practical and applied knowledge and act authoritatively on methods, systems and procedures to identify trends and potential risks.
Communication of situational interpretation and judgement of work outputs and queries in area of specialisation.
Correctly apply policies, practices, standards, procedures and legislation in the delivery of work outputs.
Effectively plan and schedule own activities to continuously improve quality and service delivery in area of specialisation.
Execute process and procedural change, implement the change and provide guidelines and support related to new requirements as a result of the change.
Provide specialist input through the investigation of opportunities for operational and process, product and risk optimisation.
Use practical and applied knowledge and situational judgement to arrive at decisions. (I)
Apply and utilise systems in a manner that contributes to efficient and effective service delivery and optimised quality.
Governance
Comply to set governance and compliance procedures and processes related to an area of specialisation and continuously identify and escalate risks.
Ensure that completed work adhere to relevant policies, procedures, governance and legislative requirements and report on deviations and discrepancies.
People
Develop and maintain productive working relationships with peers and team members to achieve predefined objectives.
Finance
Adhere to organisational policies and procedures to ensure cost effectiveness and reduction of financial costs.
Client
Contribute to a culture of service excellence, which builds positive relationships and provides opportunity for feedback and exceptional service.
Ensure own understanding and adherence to customer service delivery and provide specialist support to meet or exceed customer expectations.
Participate in the specialist practice community and contribute positively to organisation knowledge management.
Behavioural competencies
Accountability
Analytical thinking
Attention to detail
Commitment to Continuous Learning
Conceptual Ability
Expertise in Context
Fairness and Transparency
Honesty and Integrity
Organisational Awareness
Respect
Trust
Technical competencies
Application Development and Maintenance
Business Knowledge
Data Collection and Analysis
Efficiency improvement
Functional Policies and Procedures
IT Applications
IT Development
IT Knowledge
IT Systems
Reporting
System Thinking
Deadline:20th March,2026