Software Developer / Coder

SUMMARY:
Software Developer

POSITION INFO:

This role is suited to a technically strong individual who enjoys hands-on coding, has solid web development capability, and shows a genuine interest in data analytics and business intelligence. The successful candidate must be comfortable working closely with operational teams and stakeholders in a collaborative, office-based environment.

1. 1.    Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Designing, developing, maintaining and enhancing internal software applications and tools
• Writing clean, efficient and well-documented code across multiple platforms
• Developing and maintaining web-based applications and dashboards
• Working extensively with data sets, reports and operational systems
• Supporting and enhancing Excel-based tools, including complex models
• Developing and maintaining Visual Basic (VBA) solutions
• Building and supporting Business Intelligence (BI) reports and dashboards
• Assisting with data analysis, data validation and reporting automation
• Collaborating closely with operational, technical, finance and management teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Troubleshooting, testing and resolving software and data issues
• Contributing to continuous improvement of systems, processes and data quality
• Advanced VBA development within a structured Microsoft Excel environment, including modular architecture and reusable code framework
• Data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) processes across multiple and varied source data types
• Automated report generation and dashboard development
• Rule-based validation controls and formal data integrity frameworks
• Strict application of version control principles (non-negotiable), including structured release management and documentation standards
• Systems-thinking capability with the architectural foresight to transition the solution from a desktop-based Excel/VBA framework to a web-based environment (e.g., Python, .NET, Power Platform or similar stack)

1. 2.    Minimum Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable):

• Relevant Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering or similar (preferred)
  OR
• Relevant Diploma with a minimum of 3 years practical software development experience
• Minimum 3 years hands-on coding experience
• Willingness and ability to work full-time from the office based in Rivonia, JHB

1. 3.    Technical Skills & Competencies

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong capability in the following areas:

Core Technical Skills

• Strong software coding skills (language-agnostic, but must demonstrate depth and quality of coding)
• Web development skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (high level – formulas, models, automation)
• Visual Basic / VBA (strong practical experience)
• Experience with Business Intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI or similar)
• Solid understanding of data structures, databases and data workflows
• Ability to work with large data sets and operational data

Additional Skills

• Experience with data analytics, reporting or operational dashboards
• Exposure to automation, integrations or internal systems development
• Experience working in a service, operations or data-driven business environment
• Demonstratable avility to manage software projects within time, scope and budget

1. 4.    Candidate Attributes

The successful candidate must:

• Have a strong interest in data analytics and turning data into insight
• Be able to work well with people and communicate clearly with non-technical users
• Be comfortable working in a collaborative, office-based team
• Be detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Take ownership of work and demonstrate accountability
• Be adaptable and willing to learn new tools and technologies
• Show professionalism, reliability and good work ethic

1. 5.    Work Environment

• Strictly office-based role – Rivonia, Johannesburg
• No remote or hybrid working options
• Collaborative team environment with direct exposure to operational and management stakeholders

Applicants may be required to:

• Complete a technical assessment
• Demonstrate prior work, projects or examples of coding and data solutions