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).