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Intermediate Software Developer
VAS-X · South Africa · back to the listing
HR standards
50/100
needs work
Title ↔ description
71/100
solid
Reads as
Backend Engineer
100% confident
What this role officially is
software developer — ESCO, the EU occupation classification
Software developers implement or program all kinds of software systems based on specifications and designs by using programming languages, tools, and platforms.
Also known as: application developer, application programmer, solutions developer, programmer, software specialist, application software developer
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What the listing never says
- 38 bullet points. Long requirement lists deter qualified candidates, who read them as hard gates. Scope clarity
- No pay range published. Candidates cannot tell whether applying is worth their time. Pay transparency
- No location or timezone policy stated, so a candidate cannot tell where they may work from. Scope clarity
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Key responsibilities:
• System Design & Architecture:
• Lead and contribute to the architectural design of complex systems.
• Collaborate with team members to make informed technical decisions.
• Assist in defining system requirements and design specifications.
• Development & Coding:
• Develop high-quality, scalable, and efficient Java and PL/SQL code that meets the project requirements.
• Ensure code adheres to VAS-X's coding standards and best practices.
• Review and provide feedback on code developed by other team members.
• Research & Technology Evaluation:
• Conduct research to identify the best technologies and architectures for new projects.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Make recommendations for improvements and optimizations.
• Software Testing & Integration:
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure software quality.
• Identify, document, and resolve software defects.
• Produce software builds and manage the deployment process.
• Environment Configuration & Maintenance:
• Configure and maintain development and testing environments.
• Ensure all environments are properly set up and functioning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve environment-related issues.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design documents, test specifications, and integration reports.
• Ensure documentation is up-to-date and accessible to team members.
• Provide regular status updates and reports to project stakeholders.
• Mentorship & Team Collaboration:
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance to enhance their technical skills.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Contribute to team discussions and brainstorming sessions.
• Client Interaction & Support:
• Communicate with clients to understand their requirements and provide technical support.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality solutions on time.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving the development process.
• Strive for continuous personal and professional growth.
• Adherence to Standards:
• Follow VAS-X's development standards and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
Originally posted on Himalayas
• System Design & Architecture:
• Lead and contribute to the architectural design of complex systems.
• Collaborate with team members to make informed technical decisions.
• Assist in defining system requirements and design specifications.
• Development & Coding:
• Develop high-quality, scalable, and efficient Java and PL/SQL code that meets the project requirements.
• Ensure code adheres to VAS-X's coding standards and best practices.
• Review and provide feedback on code developed by other team members.
• Research & Technology Evaluation:
• Conduct research to identify the best technologies and architectures for new projects.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Make recommendations for improvements and optimizations.
• Software Testing & Integration:
• Develop and execute unit and integration tests to ensure software quality.
• Identify, document, and resolve software defects.
• Produce software builds and manage the deployment process.
• Environment Configuration & Maintenance:
• Configure and maintain development and testing environments.
• Ensure all environments are properly set up and functioning.
• Troubleshoot and resolve environment-related issues.
• Documentation & Reporting:
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design documents, test specifications, and integration reports.
• Ensure documentation is up-to-date and accessible to team members.
• Provide regular status updates and reports to project stakeholders.
• Mentorship & Team Collaboration:
• Mentor junior developers and provide guidance to enhance their technical skills.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Contribute to team discussions and brainstorming sessions.
• Client Interaction & Support:
• Communicate with clients to understand their requirements and provide technical support.
• Ensure client satisfaction by delivering high-quality solutions on time.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving the development process.
• Strive for continuous personal and professional growth.
• Adherence to Standards:
• Follow VAS-X's development standards and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
Originally posted on Himalayas