Job Title
Junior Software Developer - Associate
Company
EY
Location
Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Overview
Join to apply for the Junior Software Developer - Associate role at EY. The Africa Assurance Innovation and Digital team is looking to hire a talented software developer to assist in building tailored digital and innovative solutions for our Assurance business. These solutions encompass smart technologies such as RPA, SharePoint, ML, AI and Data Analytics.
Responsibilities
- Design, development, testing, implementation and support of innovative solutions for process operations, productivity, efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Write and modify code, debug software and provide post‑implementation support.
- Designing, coding, and implementing scalable software solutions.
- Maintain and upgrade existing systems.
- Test, maintain and recommend software improvements to ensure strong functionality and optimisation.
- Create technical and process documentation for reference and reporting.
- Manage user access and permissions.
- Produce clean, efficient code based on specifications.
- Work with Business Analysts, Product Owners and other developers to define and deliver business impacting projects.
- Support the launch and implementation of solutions as well as providing post‑implementation support in resolving any potential issues to ensure smooth business operations.
- Work with experienced team members to conduct root cause analysis of issues.
- Testing and debugging code.
- Troubleshoot and debug software issues.
Qualifications
Analytical mind and inclination for problem-solving.Highly self‑motivated and directed.Logical and efficient, with a keen attention to detail.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Ability to communicate technical details to non‑technical audiences.Excellent listening, interpersonal and oral communication skills.Experience working in a team‑oriented, collaborative environment.Excellent planning, organisational, project and time management skills.Knowledge and interest in computer systems and latest technologies.Ability to learn new technologies quickly.Required Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Software Programming or Information Management.Minimum 1‑2 years of experience in a software development role.Comfortable communicating with other developers, Business Analysts and Project Managers.Basic knowledge of software development life cycle processes, agile methodologies, software design and testing.Experience on a variety of software development projects.Experience developing workflow‑based solutions or functionality.Experience developing and consuming APIs.Experience with web development technologies.Experience as a full‑stack developer with strong knowledge of software engineering concepts.Extensive knowledge of coding languages (e.g. C++, C#, Java, JavaScript, jQuery, Python, VB Script, Ruby, R, HTML5, XML, CSS) and frameworks / systems (e.g. AngularJS, React, .NET, Git).Basic knowledge and understanding of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI).General knowledge and experience in working with databases (relational and non‑relational).Experience analysing and visualising data in Microsoft Excel, Power BI or TIBCO Spotfire (advantageous).Experience using Microsoft 365 platform, data storage, analysis, reporting tools and technologies (Azure SQL, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Pivot, Power Query & Power View, SharePoint etc.) (preferential).Ability to develop unit testing of code components or complete applications.Who We Are
At EY we support you in achieving your unique potential both personally and professionally. We give you stretching and rewarding experiences that keep you motivated, working in an atmosphere of integrity and teamwork with some of the world's most successful companies. Preference will be given to PDI candidates.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
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