Analyst Programmer (SQL) (CPT Onsite)

IT – Analyst, Data Management ~ IT – Software Development
Cape Town – Western Cape – South Africa

ENVIRONMENT:
ANALYSE basic user requirements, design, implement and support less complex technical systems as the next Analyst Programmer sought by a reputable Retail Group. You will develop simple technical specifications, interpret basic user requirements and translate into systems design while resolving less complex user queries using SQL database and web-based query tools. The ideal candidate will require a 3-year IT or NQF-aligned tertiary qualification with 2+ years Programming/Analyst Programming experience including Development and Project Management methodology.
 
DUTIES:
Analysis, technical design and development aligned to team processes & requirements –
  • Develop simple technical specifications from systems specifications.
  • Design and code simple less complex programmes from technical specifications.
  • Facilitate and run with requirements gathering/understanding sessions with stakeholder as input to design and documentation.
  • Document in design and processes using industry standard documentation requirements, SRS’S, AIS’s, etc.
 
Maintain and support existing systems –
  • Interpret basic user requirements and translate into systems design.
  • Investigate and solve simple systems issues.
  • Ensure systems documentation is kept up to date.
 
Ensure effective operations –
  • Assist with implementing approved changes as per change control and security process.
 
Support current solutions –
  • Resolve less complex user queries using SQL database and web-based query tools.
  • Manage tickets for incidents and ensure closure within SLA.
  • Collaborate with the Business Process team and provide functional input to resolve.
 
REQUIREMENTS:
Qualifications –
  • 3-Year IT or NQF-aligned qualification.
 
Experience/Skills –
  • 2 -3 Years Programming/Analyst Programming experience.
  • 1-2 Years Development experience.
  • Specific Development skills.
  • Project Management methodology.
  • Relevant business process context knowledge.
  • Ability to use technological equipment, programmes and applications to enhance productivity.
  • Displays an innate willingness to learn and keep abreast of current methodologies and technologies.
  • Effectively uses existing procedures, processes, and tools to identify and solve routine problems.
  • Identifies the information needed to solve a problem.
  • Manages time effectively to accomplish what needs to get done.
  • Knows the status of own work at all times.
  • Prepares basic presentations that are logically structured.
  • Works well with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Balances personal needs with those of one’s team.
  • Remains focused on task despite changes. 
  • Recognizes and adopts positive aspects of change. 

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