Software Engineer - Centurion

Recruiter:

MECS Africa

Job Ref:

JHB012493/LJ

Date posted:

Monday, March 16, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

SUMMARY:
To create, modify, maintain, and test the codes, scripts and forms that allows the system to run efficiently. Although the Functional Specialist will fulfil the internal development capability within the ERP system, the need will always exist for development of non-ERP systems and this internal capability will exist in the Software Engineer.

POSITION INFO:

Software engineering

Create and amend programs in accordance with the design, agreed development standards and tools.
Implement and maintain software programs.
Prioritize and implement enhancements.
Plan and perform various tests (integration and system testing).
Write clear codes and prepare coding documentations.
Develop Oracle reports, database procedures and scripts.
Modify existing codes to optimize Business applications

Planning and analysis

Scheduling and prioritisation of system improvements and bug fixes.
Liaising with functional consultants and system analysts to understand requirements.
Workout development approach, designs, test plans, etc.

Projects

Actively participate in all IT projects forming part of the transformation agenda.
Lead the Technical stream during project implementation.
Ensure that project deliverables meet customer specifications.
Support project team in developing reports, tables, fields, data interfaces and application extensions.

Testing and documentation

Review technical deliverables and manage quality in order to ensure that what has been built meets user expectations.
Conduct own tests prior to formal tests with users.
Oversee user tests and record results for further enhancement.
Document all processes followed, e.g., system designs, test cases/procedures, change requests, etc.

2nd & 3rd line support

Ensure that 2nd and 3rd line support in provided to the end-users.
Liaise with Service providers for resolution of queries.

Governance and reporting

Monitoring and reporting on progress against functional initiatives.
Compiling reports on the functional performance at the required intervals reflecting all relevant statistics.

Requirements
Minimum Qualification: B Degree or B Tech in Software Engineering, or an equivalent qualification in the IT field.

Certifications:
Java/Python certification AND
Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator OR
Microsoft Power Platform Functional Consultant Associate

Preferred:
Power BI
Microsoft Dataverse
Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
Certification in any ERP platform

Experience: 8 years
Solid 3 years previous experience in Software engineering

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