Location: Kempton Park, Johannesburg Job Posting Title: IT Developer, Regional IT Services Time Type: Full Time Job Related Requirements: <ul style="list-style-type:square;margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Software Testing and Progress programming</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="square"> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Full SDLC experience </li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Progress System experience</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">System Integration experience</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Familiarity with Unix/Linux</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Familiarity with source code control systems. </li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Excellent proficiency with the software development environment and coding language used</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Must be prepared to work overtime when needed</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Driver’s license and own transport </li> </ul> Computer Literacy Level: <ul style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0cm"> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Advanced Microsoft Office </li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Proficient in Microsoft Visio</li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Advanced Progress/OpenEdge</li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Knowledge of XSD and XML schema’s</li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Database administration knowledge</li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Integration knowledge to be able to integrate from and to other systems (externally and internally)</li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Knowledge of queues (ACE/IBM, MQ)</li> <li style="margin:2.0pt 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Round Table source control</li> </ul> Added Advantages for the Role: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0cm;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Tertiary qualification</li> <li style="margin:0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0cm 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">4GL Coding</li> </ul> Main Purpose of the Role: This software developer plays a key role in the design, development (coding), testing and maintenance of software systems according to user requirements. The systems development life cycle will be applied throughout the development phase. The developer will primarily be using Progress as a development language. Duties and Responsibilities: <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="square"> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Analyse the user requirements </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Accurate estimation of development effort involved to produce system as per user requirement</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Take part in analysis and system design</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Develop code that is easy to maintain and understand with quality of software and application the focus</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Plan, design and author test points and give guidance to quality tester </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Prepare accurate installation documents</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Participate in software build/release activities</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Maintenance and support of current systems and fixing of bugs</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Accurate progress reports as required by IT/Project manager </li> </ul> Additional Job Information <ul style="margin-top:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm" type="square"> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Strong written, verbal communication and consultancy skills are a must</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Must be able to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills are critical</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">Must be analytical and logical with a natural curiosity</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">An understanding of business and an appreciation of business needs</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">The ability to interpret and follow technical plans</li> <li style="margin-top:2.0pt;margin-right:0.0cm;margin-bottom:0.0cm;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Gill Sans', sans-serif">The ability to work as a team player is essential</li> </ul> DSV – Global transport and logistics Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere Visit <a href="http://dsv.com https://www.dsv.com/">dsv.com</a> and follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/dsv/mycompany/verification/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/dsv.global/">Facebook</a>. Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affirmative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

IT Developer, Regional IT Services (Kempton Park, GP, ZA, 1619) @ dsvas

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