Key Purpose

• Design, code, test, debug and correct program modules in development for the back-end service providers. Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Work with the system architect/analyst to define the system design and then develop and test the necessary code that will be deployed.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to:

Design

• Translate business requirements into technical designs adhering to VitalityHealth processes, standards and guidelines, taking cognisance of performance, security and scalability requirements. Deliver within agreed timeframes.
• Liaise with relevant parties where clarification of business requirements or resolution to technical issues is needed
• Research and find effective solutions to technical issues that arise
• Estimate development timelines based on business requirements

Development

• Construct robust, maintainable, scalable, optimally performing system code in line with technical specifications, following prescribed process, standards and procedures. Deliver within agreed timeframes
• Conduct unit testing and fix any defects found

Testing

• Verify build stability and quality with development team before releasing to test team, aiming to release with zero defects
• Assist the Business analyst in ensuring the test pack includes relevant scenarios and test data.
• Consult and assist in reviewing risk / impact of defects found in testing, and assist with fixing where necessary

Support / Troubleshooting

• Assist system users with technical support issues and handle according to defined procedures
• Ability to effectively analyse root cause of system errors (data errors, performance and stability issues)

Personal development

• Keep abreast of current technological trends and how these might be applied in the Discovery environment
• Constant improvement of knowledge of the various applications, their functionalities and data models

General

• Ability to communicate clearly, constructively and effectively. Easily able to follow and participate in technical, business process, and other discussions
• Able to build business relationships with other members of team and the business areas we support

Personal Attributes and Skills
Behavioral competencies

• Drives Results
• Values Driven
• Optimistic
• Learns on the Fly
• Resilient
• Instils Trust
• People Savvy
• Drives Results
• Problem Solver
• Leadership Skills
• Strategic Agility
• Manages complexity
• Balances Stakeholders

Technical Skills

Required:

• Java 6,7 & 8 /J2EE Pattern knowledge
• MS.NET Framework
• Databases – Oracle, PL/SQL,PostGres
• Frameworks – Hibernate, JPA, SpringBoot, JBoss Seam
• Test Tools – TDD, JUnit, Mockito
• Code repository – GIT, BITBUCKET
• Front-end framework – JSF
• Build tools/Dependency – Maven, Ant
• Web Services – REST and SOAP
• Application Servers – JBoss Application Server (EAP7) Nice to have:
• Experience with Tibco EMS queues
• Linux command line
• DevOps/CI tools (Jenkins, SonarQube, etc.)
• Automated testing Framework – Jmeter
• Containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.)
• Experience with Kafka
• Monitoring/reporting tools (Splunk, Dynatrace, etc.)