Junior Software Engineer

Junior Software Engineer : ImplementationOur software engineers are software solution implementation specialists, responsible for interfacing with clients, understanding their needs and configuring software solutions to meet them. A Digiata Software Engineer is part Systems Analyst, part Developer with strong financial services business knowledge. You will be involved in delivering projects to clients from information gathering, working with a team in designing solutions, solution configuration, system testing, user training, continuous improvement and support. It is a technical and practical role and will require you to;Implement and configure our software to our design and client's specific requirements.Use our 'low-code' and 3rd party applications with SQL databases to build integrated and automated back-end processes with web-based UIsExecute projects in a dynamic, collaborative, and iterative fashion – providing ongoing tangible benefitProvide superior customer service to internal and external clientsDevelop new concepts, approaches and applying best-practice patternsUtilise your financial services business knowledge to deliver innovative solutions with clientsTypical daily Tasks performed by a software engineer at Digiata are;Solution design, build, test, support and improveConfigure and test solutions with colleaguesInvolved with unit and end-to-end testing of solutionsInvolved in deploying solutions to server environments – Dev, QA, ProductionProvide exceptional production support and ongoing improvementDevelop technical designs and documentationParticipate in update, design, requirements and feedback sessionsYou should be;Comfortable using technology and be able to explain it to othersAble to solve problems creatively and efficientlyQuality focussedAble to manage time well and handle multiple projects simultaneously.Able to manage job pressure wellDetail focussed as we work with sensitive data and critical business systemsPedantically accurateAble to communicate very well with different peopleOur work is satisfying and challenging. And we are stimulated and get excited when we : Work closely with our clients and see our solutions being used successfullyAchieve our project goals together with our teamDevelop our technical skills and business knowledgeContribute, participate and provide input to developing better internal approaches, methodologies and toolsIdentify and explore new business development opportunities for DigiataWe will train, help, assist and develop you to best perform your work and develop professionally. You will be trained and mentored at Digiata with : New employee induction to the companyImplementation specialist training programIntroduction into your project delivery teamOngoing mentorship and coaching with your Senior ManagerSupport and helping hand from your team, larger engineering group, managers and directorsOngoing development and training program utilising internal and specialist coursesRegular and formal reviews with the aim of skills development and professional growthOpen and collaborative culture, where everyone is encouraged to contributeYou will be expected to make judgement calls, show responsibility and act professionally. Characteristics and attitudes that we value are;ProfessionalismIntegrityWillingness to engage with people – learn from colleagues and clientsGeneral interest in applying technology to improve business and especially the financial services environmentHands-on, organised and very hardworkingStrong sense of responsibility and motivationDesire to learn and gain knowledgeLocation and working hoursOur office in Cape Town is based in the CBD in Bree StreetOur software engineers mostly work at our office or client premises in the Cape Town area. Travel may be expected between local clients. Or occasionally to our Jhb office or clients.Desired SkillsB.Sc, B.Eng or B degree with IT related subjects as majors.From one of the following universities : UCT, Stellenbosch, Wits, Pretoria, North West (Potchefstroom campus), Free State, KZN, Nelson Mandela, JohannesburgWith above average results. Guideline is 60% average at university.Matric results – A or B for Maths HGExcellent communication skills – interpersonal, written and public speakingDesired ExperienceSoftware product configuration and support experience an advantageSQL experience and standard scripting an advantageMonthly Salary is cost to company, allowing you to manage your own financial planningCompany funded Group Life and Disability cover20 days annual leave and it will increase to 22 days on completion of year 3Financial assistance towards post graduate studies #J-18808-Ljbffr