Job Description

Job Title: Senior Business Central DeveloperArea: Bellville SouthSetup : Hybrid:The Senior Business Central Developer is a key technical leader within our Agile Scrum team, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining solutions on the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central platform. This role demands deep expertise in AL development, system integration, and a strong understanding of Business Central's architecture.You will collaborate closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Support Teams, and other Developers to deliver high-quality, scalable Business Central solutions that align with business goals and Agile practices.Key Responsibilities:xf0x9fx9bxa0xefxb8x8f Sprint Planning and Execution

• Participate in Sprint Planning sessions to understand Business Central-specific user stories and acceptance criteria.

• Estimate the effort for AL and integration work, committing to deliver high-quality functionality within the Sprint.

• Collaborate with team members to break down user stories into manageable development tasks.

xf0x9fx96xa5xefxb8x8f Business Central Development

• Design, develop, and maintain solutions using AL, extensions, and Business Central APIs.

• Customize Business Central core modules to meet user requirements

• Develop integrations with external systems (e.g., EDI, Web Services, APIs).

• Ensure upgrades, patches, and deployments are executed smoothly with minimal disruption.

xf0x9fx94x84 Continuous Integration and Delivery

• Commit and integrate AL code changes frequently to enable continuous integration.

• Automate builds, tests, and deployment processes using Business Central pipelines.

• Deliver working Business Central increments at the end of each Sprint for review.

xf0x9fxa4x9d Collaboration and Communication

• Work closely with Product Owners, Business Analysts, Consultants, and Support to refine requirements and solution designs.

• Actively participate in Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Reviews, and Retrospectives.

• Provide technical guidance to team members and share Business Central best practices.

xe2x9cx94xefxb8x8f Quality Assurance

• Write and maintain automated tests (where applicable) and test scripts within Business Central.

• Perform rigorous functional, regression, and system testing to validate feature behavior.

• Collaborate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases to ensure solutions meet business needs.

xf0x9fx93x9a Technical Documentation

• Document extension designs, configuration settings, data models, and system architecture for future maintenance and scalability.

• Contribute to technical knowledge bases for ongoing team development.

xf0x9fx94xa5 Support and Issue Resolution

• Provide expert-level technical support for Business Central solutions.

• Troubleshoot system errors, data inconsistencies, and integration failures.

• Proactively identify and resolve issues, escalating complex problems when necessary.

Expectations of a Senior Business Central Developer:xf0x9fx91xa8xe2x80x8dxf0x9fx92xbb Experience

• 5-10+ years in Microsoft Dynamics NAV/Business Central development.

• Hands-on experience with major version upgrades, cloud migrations (SaaS BC), and ISV solutions.

• Deep knowledge of AL development (and C/AL for legacy systems if applicable).

xf0x9fxa7xa0 Skills and Expertise

• Advanced proficiency in AL language and Business Central development lifecycle.

• Strong understanding of Business Central architecture, extension model (v2 extensions), event-driven programming.

• Knowledge of Business Central API, OData, and Web Services integration.

• Solid understanding of financial processes, supply chain workflows, and manufacturing processes within Business Central.

• Best practice knowledge on performance tuning, security setup, and code optimization.

xf0x9fx9ax80 Responsibilities and Leadership

• Take technical ownership of Business Central solutions and integrations.

• Mentor and coach junior developers.

• Participate in solution architecture discussions and technical roadmap planning.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication.

• Highly collaborative and team-oriented.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Strong time management and ability to meet deadlines under pressure.

Preferred Education & Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Business Central Functional Consultant Associate (or equivalent certifications) preferred.

Work Environment:

• Location: Flexible / Hybrid model

• Work Hours: Standard business hours, with flexibility during critical delivery periods

• Team Culture: Agile ceremonies including daily standups, sprint planning, and retrospectives

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary package based on experience

• 13th cheque

• Medical aid and retirement contributions

• Professional development opportunities

• Exposure to global-scale projects in a leading logistics tech environment

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