Middle+/Senior Java Developer

About projects:

There are a number of Business Units within FNB(First National Bank ) that require Java developers.
Project #1 Build and maintenance of a customer communication platform that will allow client messaging, problem resolution, query management, and more. This system will work across the entire bank’s product ecosystem.
Project #2 Online Banking.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Minimum: B.Comm, B.Eng, BSC Eng, BSC Informatics, or related degree.
• 4+ years of experience in programming and system design.
• Familiar with one or more programming languages as appropriate for the specific requirements of the department related to the field.
• System Design experience is advantageous.

Requirements:

• Experience with Java 8+
• Working experience with JSP
• Identify and analyze user requirements
• Prioritize, assign, and execute tasks throughout the software development life cycle
• Develop Java EE/SE applications
• Write well-designed, efficient code
• Review, test, and debug team members’ code
• Design database architecture
• Schedule product releases with internal teams
• Document development phases
• Ensure our applications are secure and up to date
• Object Oriented Programming

As a plus:

• Experience with scripting languages like Bash and/or Python;
• Familiar with OAuth and SAML, preferably with an understanding of AD / LDAP / Kerberos as well
• Familiar with Docker.

Responsibilities:

• Increase operational efficiency and suggest solutions to enhance cost effectiveness.
• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customers’ expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate solutions by resolving queries fast end effectively.
• Cultivate and manage objective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, SME’s, project managers and senior staff members by providing input to business requirements and being able to present and sell concepts to clients.
• Produce program specifications and implement system enhancements by addressing specific business needs and resolving queries.
• Code, compile, test and implement applications in compliance with the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Support development environments.
• Responsible for coding standards and peer reviews.
• Comply, understand and implement all steps within IT development and meet governance in terms of legislative and audit requirements during programming execution.
• Assess, identify and mitigate potential risks within the IT programming environment by complying with technology business policy and process requirements (SDLC and change / release management process definition) to ensure operational performance.
• Produce technical specifications and architecture that is in accordance to agreed standards. Design, code, test and debug to obtain a robust solution with supporting documentation.
• Minimise system downtime through pro-active identification of potential issues and ensure minimisation of recurring problems by managing defects and performing code reviews.
• Monitor systems post change and pro-actively do performance analysis to ensure there is no system failure due to capacity.
• Maintain maximum system availability by ensuring that incidents are recorded for future reference and adequate root cause analysis is done to eliminate the risk of a recurrence.
• Manage own development to increase own competencies and develop technical and business skills.
• Proactively engage with business units and colleagues to understand underlying needs and opportunities, and identify Information Technology (IT) innovative solutions in a timely manner.
• Supervises the work of other developers. Provides technical assistance to fellow developers and other Information Technology (IT) team members.

We offer:

— Friendly professional staff and warm atmosphere;
— The environment where you can implement your ideas;
— Plans for growth and performance review;
— Flexible schedule and opportunities to work remotely (8 hours workday);
— Paid 18 days of vacation and up to 10 sick leaves annually;
— Medical insurance after the trial period;
— English courses;
— Participation in educational activities and thematic conferences;
— Attending professional conferences, summits, workshops, and seminars (70% of the cost offset by the company);
— Team parties and corporate events.