Primary Purpose of the Job<\/p>\n
\tThe Application Developer is responsible for designing, building, enhancing, and supporting internal business applications and integrations across the organisation\u2019s enterprise platforms.
\n\tThe role focuses on backend development, system integrations, performance optimisation, and operational reliability, while also contributing to frontend usability and configuration-driven design.
\n\tThis role plays a critical part in modernising internal systems, improving automation, and ensuring stable, scalable, and auditable solutions that integrate with core platforms such as ERP, CRM, and reporting systems.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Main Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n
\tDesign, develop, and maintain internal web-based business applications that support core operational processes.
\n\tBuild and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs to support application functionality and integrations.
\n\tDevelop configuration-driven features (e.g. rules, thresholds, mappings, flags) to minimise hard-coded logic and improve maintainability.
\n\tContribute to frontend usability through practical UI enhancements, including validation feedback, progress indicators, and status tracking.
\n\tBuild and maintain integrations between internal applications and enterprise systems.
\n\tAnalyse and improve application performance through optimisation, background processing, and architectural improvements.
\n\tStructure and manage data to support reporting, audit requirements, and traceability.
\n\tDeploy, support, and maintain applications across Development, Test, and Production environments.
\n\tPerform controlled deployments, fixes, and hot patches while minimising business disruption.
\n\tSupport business users and stakeholders during testing, UAT, and rollout phases.
\n\tAssist with documentation of business requirements, user stories, technical designs, and effort estimates.
\n\tCollaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders to translate business requirements into working solutions.
\n\tWork closely with the Applications team, Enterprise Enablement team, Projects team, and IT to deliver solutions.
\n\tParticipate in solution discussions, design reviews, and demonstrations.
\n\tProvide realistic technical input into timelines, risks, and dependencies.
\n\tWork within and contribute to all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).<\/p>\n
Requirements
\nQualifications, Work Experience, and Knowledge\u00a0<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
\tGrade 12
\n\tDegree or Diploma in Computer Science or related discipline<\/p>\n
Work Experience<\/p>\n
\tMinimum 3- 5 years\u2019 relevant experience\u00a0<\/p>\n
Knowledge<\/p>\n
\tC# (.NET) – Required
\n\tJavaScript \/ TypeScript \u2013 Required
\n\tSQL \u2013 Required
\n\tREST APIs (JSON, HTTP) \u2013 Required
\n\tHTML & CSS \u2013 Required
\n\tCloud\u2011hosted application environments (Azure) \u2013 Working Knowledge
\n\tExposure to AI-enabled features, AI agents, or AI model integrations – Desirable<\/p>\n
Competencies: Technical & Behavioural<\/p>\n
Technical Competencies<\/p>\n
\tStrong experience in backend application development
\n\tExperience building web applications and APIs
\n\tSolid understanding of enterprise system integration patterns
\n\tExperience working with databases and structured data models
\n\tComfortable working across multiple environments (Dev\/Test\/Prod)<\/p>\n
Behavioural & Professional Competencies<\/p>\n
\tStrong problem\u2011solving and analytical skills
\n\tAbility to work independently and in a team environment while managing multiple priorities
\n\tPragmatic mindset \u2014 balances \u201cideal architecture\u201d with business reality
\n\tClear communicator with both technical and non\u2011technical stakeholders
\n\tTakes ownership of solutions end\u2011to\u2011end, from design to production support
\n\tDetail-oriented. With a focus on quality and reliability
\n\tAbility to learn new software and technologies quickly.<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.bdo.co.za\/en-za\/home ) or<\/p>\n
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