Job Description

Who are we?
Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients' investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier.
What will you do?
The Analyst Developer .net will join a large Agile team working on a strategic initiative to replace Glacier's client-facing applications. This team follows the SCRUM development process and is responsible for delivering features in a modern React-based web solution, supported by ASP.NET Core APIs and microservices. The successful candidate will be a key contributor in a high-performing environment and is expected to hit the ground running. This is a fast-paced, high-energy project utilizing the latest technologies. The role is based at Glacier Head Office in Cape Town.
Key outcomes
The following outcomes will be expected to be achieved by the Analyst developer - Full stack .Net:

• Develop and maintain web applications using .Net technologies with a React front end.
• Write and maintain unit tests for asp .net core APIs and for React front end
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, and ship new features.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automation.
• Investigate new technology and do POC's for possible use
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• At times take ownership of the delivery of a feature and give feedback
• Do the occasional business presentation on recently completed features.

Mentorship and coaching

• Guide team development efforts towards successful project delivery on time
• Comply to QA (quality assurance) process to ensure a high standard of code delivery
• Participate in discussions in the .NET forum

Collaborating with Design and Architecture teams

• Assist with SQL database design, optimization and implementation modelling
• Implementing process and system efficiencies
• Involvement in strategic project initiatives
• Implementing POC (proof of concept) initiatives
• Involvement in future Web applications strategy
• Research, evaluate and recommend software products
• Provide input on enhancing of coding principles, standards and best practices
• Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required

What will make you successful in this role?
Qualifications and experience

• Matric / Grade 12
• Relevant IT qualification.
• At least 5 years of experience as an analyst developer working in the Financial Services industry.
• Strong experience in .Net development, including C#, ASP.Net, and .Net Core.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React. Other popular JavaScript frameworks/libraries (e.g., Angular) will be advantageous.
• Experience with database technologies such as SQL Server.
• Knowledge of software development methodologies, including Agile and Scrum.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure) is a plus.

Competencies

• Problem-solving and analysis skills
• Ability to perform well under pressure
• Planning and organizing
• Decision-making ability
• Attention to detail
• Communication skills (written & verbal)

Attributes

• Honesty, integrity, and respect
• Positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Professional work standards
• Ability to motivate self and others

Qualification and Experience
Degree or Diploma with 5 years related experience.
Knowledge and Skills
IT Data Analysis
Project Oversight
Reporting and Administration
Quality, Compliance and Accreditation
Business Requirements Definition
Personal Attributes
Organisational savvy - Contributing through others
Manages complexity - Contributing through others
Plans and aligns - Contributing through others
Optimises work processes - Contributing through others
Build a successful career with us
We're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.
Core Competencies
Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others
Customer focus - Contributing through others
Drives results - Contributing through others
Collaborates - Contributing through others
Being resilient - Contributing through others
Turnaround time
The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.
Our commitment to transformation
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.