Analyst Programmer – University Western Cape

Analyst Programmer
University of the Western Cape
Bellville
5 January 2025

Title of Position
Analyst Programmer
Post Number
8036586
Faculty/Department
University of the Western Cape -> IAS Department ->
Applications Development and Support
Type of Position
Permanent – Full Time
Length of Contract Period
Location
Main Campus – Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)
Closing Date
5/1/2025

Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

The University of the Western Cape’s (UWC) Information and Communication Services (ICS) Department play a pivotal role in delivering ICT services that enable and support the University’s strategic goals and objectives. ICS, in line with growing its capability and supporting the Digital Transformation Strategy of UWC, offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Analyst Programmer in the ICS Applications Development and Support unit.

The key role and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

• Participate in Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) phases with a focus on development, testing, deployment, and maintenance of applications and solutions
• Develop, maintain, and support existing and new applications and solutions based on business requirements.
• Ensure that solutions and enhancements comply with guidelines and best practices.
• Estimate the efforts involved for development and implementation and prepare Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) as required
• Provide 1st line incident response and resolution, or escalation

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma or Advanced Certificate (NQF
  6) or equivalent
• 3 Years experience as a Software Developer dealing with Microsoft technologies specifically .Net.
• Demonstrable experience within a structured software development environment.

Competencies Required

• Good communication skills – both verbal and written
• Analytical thinker
• Attention to detail
• Stakeholder engagement
• Open to new suggestions and ideas
• Keen to resolve issues and keep a happy campus community
• Team worker
• Understanding of vendor service levels requirements
• Drive towards a speedy outcome for every ticket/issue logged

Advantageous requirements

• iOS and Android mobile app development (not required)
• Sql Server Integration Services (SSIS)
• Power BI Reporting
• Data modelling and cataloguing
• Angular, .Net Core, .Net 6.0 technology stack
• Cloud technologies

DISCLAIMER: By applying for the position, you consent to the University sharing your application, including curriculum vitae, with University stakeholders to process the application. In line with the University’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitably qualified applicants in line with our Employment Equity Targets. The official retirement age at UWC is 65 years. The University reserves the right to not make an appointment, make an appointment at a different level, seek additional candidates and may conduct competency assessments.