(1609) Analyst Developer (Natural) - BSTD

Brief description

The purpose of the role is to develop, maintain and support IT solutions to meet the business needs within the South African Reserve Bank Group (SARB Group).

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

• Defining own work plan and deliverables with guidance from Team leader/senior developer. 
• Conducting analysis and design quality IT solutions according to approved business requirements and in line with governance frameworks.
• Delivering quality IT solutions through development, integration, testing and deployment according to the approved design specification and within agreed timelines. 
• Ensuring total quality of an IT solution according to approved standards.
• Consistently providing IT solution maintenance and support in the designated area, thereby ensuring business continuity in line with the agreed service standards. 
• Keeping abreast of developments in information and communication technology (ICT) trends and within the specialised area of technology in order to design and develop the most appropriate IT solution within the area of responsibility.
• Actively participating and supporting the team towards the completion of goals.
• Mentoring and coaching of team members.
• Engaging with internal and external user communities to ensure that business benefits are realised.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or an equivalent qualification (NQF 7);
• five to eight years’ experience within an application development and support environment
• web services and experience in Natural development;
• experience working with ADABAS databases; and
• experience working with NaturalOne.

The following will be an added advantage

• experience with Linux add-on software:
  • Xi-Text
  • ESP Batch
  • ESP Control
• Experience with XML, web services and JSON
• experience in the installation and configuration of Software AG products in a Unix/Linux environment
• Solid knowledge of EntireX

Additional requirements are as follows

• analytical skills;
• building trust;
• service orientation;
• decision making;
• verbal and written communication;
• time and work management;
• problem solving and analysis; 
• contributing to team success; and
• solid knowledge of the software development lifecycle.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.

About SARB

 

Primary mandate of the SARB

 

Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:

The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.

The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.

 

WHAT WE DO

 

Monetary Policy

 

The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.

 

Financial Stability

 

The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.

 

Prudential Regulation

 

The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.

 

Financial Markets

 

Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.

 

Financial Surveillance

 

The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.

 

Payments and Settlements

 

The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.

 

Statistics

 

The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.

 

Research

 

Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.

Banknotes and Coin

 

The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.