Software Developer - Department of Library Services

DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES
SOFTWARE DEVELOPER
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 8

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent will be responsible for:

• Evaluating user and business requirements;
• Developing and enhancing required applications following best practices according to the Software Development Lifecycle (SDL);
• Testing newly developed applications and integrations prior to release;
• Implementing/releasing new platforms and applications;
• Providing support and maintenance for existing and newly developed platforms;
• Evaluating and installing software for required deployment;
• Monitoring system performance and health;
• Documenting all upgrade and improvement processes and codes;
• The technical upkeep of systems;
• Providing training to affected users to ensure optimal use of development/integration;
• Integrating relevant systems according to OAI-PMH protocol;
• Maintaining and developing professional relationships.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• A three-year Information Technology (IT) degree or equivalent with three years’ experience in the software development environment; OR
• An IT-related Diploma (e.g. National Diploma in Computer Science, Diploma in Information technology) and four years’ experience in the software development environment; OR
• IT-related certificates (e.g. JavaMaster) and seven years’ experience in the software development environment.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Organisational skills;
• Logical and analytical thinker;
• Problem solving skills;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Experience in an Academic Library IT environment;
• Proven knowledge and experience of Open Source Platforms;
• Proven knowledge and experience  in Relational Databases preferably PostgreSQL, MySQL or similar;
• Technical Competencies (e.g. Linux, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery, C#, PERL, Ruby, Python);
• Webserver stacks (Apache, Tomcat or IIS).

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The total remuneration package for this position ranges from approximately R 428 306 to R 552 553 as determined by UP policy guidelines. (These amounts include the University’s contributions to standard UP benefits, namely provident fund, group life and funeral cover, but exclude contributions to medical aid, as the latter varies per employee.) UP subscribes to the BESTMED medical aid scheme and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online via the apply online button below.

CLOSING DATE: 7 March 2018

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Mr L Daniels, Tel: (012) 420 6996 for enquiries relating to the post content, OR Mr G Malobola, Tel: (012) 420 3122 for Human Resources-related enquiries.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2018, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.