Python Developer at GVA Partners

Job Description

• Our client requires an Application Developer with hands-on experience in planning, developing and management of applications.
• The developer will also be responsible for supporting through administration and patch development (where necessary) of some existing inhouse developed applications.
• Ensuring delivery of projects according to agreed timelines, excellent user experience and 99% application/service availability are some of the critical requirements of this role.

Specifically, the Developer role will include:

• Gathering and developing user specifications requirement documents for every project initiative.
• Developing project implementation plans for each initiative.
• Application development, deployment and support.
• Admin and user guides/manual development.
• User training and solution handover.

Keys Skills & Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Computer Science or any other technology disciplines (e.g. Engineering, Physics)
• 3-4 years practical experience in software application development.
• Expertise and hands on experience with programming languages/technologies such as Python, Oracle PL/SQL and generally working with data on different relational and non- relational Database Management Systems (DBMS).
• Good knowledge of Object Oriented Programming (OOP) as it applies to Python.
• Good data analytics and presentation skills with software like Crystal reports and Tableau.
• Strong knowledge of Django and any workflow Python framework.
• Knowledge of relational database (Oracle & MySQL).
• Knowledge in other database systems (e.g. MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Functional knowledge or hands on design experience with Web Services (REST and
• SOAP).
• Must be knowledgeable in frontend development (UI & UX), cross-browser compatibility and general web functions and standards.
• Knowledge of basic operations of Linux server.
• Experience in GIT is an added advantage.
• Must know how to use an FTP client such as FileZilla, coreftp etc.
• Strong grasp of security principles and how they apply to software and the web in general.
• Good problem solving and logical thinking skills (ability to transform business requirements into programmable solutions).
• Good Communication skills.
• Experience in planning and delivering software platforms used across multiple organizational units (multitenancy).