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The Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader consults with internal clients about the technology environment with medium to high complexity. They translate business requirements into technology terms and develop more complex algorithms and programming code for software solutions.
The primary objective of the Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader is to design, test, implement and maintain software code that enables computer systems to perform specific tasks. They assist with determining how technology can be applied to meet client needs.
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Analysis
Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leaders work closely with the Business Analysts and receive detailed business / user requirement specifications that identify the goal of the program and use this to assist with the preparation of a functional requirements document, including systems and flowcharts that diagrammatically show how the information will flow through the computer and its peripheral or related equipment. They analyse the business requirements and ensure that the designed solution meets these requirements. He/she meets with clients and/or Business Analysts to understand the project scope before writing the code.
Design
They are responsible for writing step-by-step instructions that direct computers to process information and are required to work on a wide range of projects with medium complexity. They design the logic that delivers the computing system functionality. The Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader takes responsibility for documenting the code that he/she has written into a process that enables application use and security. These individuals transform the detailed requirements into a complete, detailed systems design document which focuses on how to deliver the required functionality. They perform proof of concept as and when required. They also compile detailed technical specifications based on their designs for developers or IT Programmers to implement.
Development
The Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader converts a design into a complete information system including acquiring and installing the systems environment, creating and testing databases, preparing test case procedures, preparing test files, coding, compiling, refining programs and performing test readiness review and procurement activities. The Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader ensures that throughout the development phase, the process is documented. He/she develops procedures for application use and security.
Integration and Testing
Once the application has been designed, the Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader tests the program prior to its deployment and release. If the test does not deliver the required results, the Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader examines the program errors in logic and data and makes the necessary corrections and if required, escalates the problem to the IT Application Manager. In so doing, they perform debugging and data resolution activities.
Implementation
The Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader works with the IT Application Manager, Project and Technical teams to assist with the installation and deployment of the application. This includes implementation preparation, implementation of the solution into a production environment and resolution of any problems identified in the integration and test phases.
Evaluation
These individuals are required to write and distribute the task descriptions in a production environment to operate and maintain the solution they have designed and implemented. This includes post implementation and in process reviews.
Mentor/coach
The Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leader acts as a mentor for younger developers. They motivate their teams and ensure that they have the necessary tools to successfully do their jobs.
Behavioural skills
Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leaders have expert knowledge on multi-technology application design best practice which enables them to act as trusted advisors to internal clients on optimal application designs. They take holistic views of such application environments including hardware platforms, applications, databases, operating systems and storage.
They have knowledge of all Dimension Data and the relevant vendor and/or partner product, service and solution lines. They usually assume the role of the technical leaders for new application projects.
Senior IT Application Developer/Team Leaders are able to work with abstract concepts and have sound problem solving and analytical skills. They are able to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders, including the technical teams and clients. They demonstrate impeccable attention to detail and work well within a team environment. They have good knowledge of project management principles and they ensure that projects with clients are executed accordingly.
They display strong client service orientation and strive for client engagement. They continuously contribute to the improvement of internal effectiveness by contributing to the improvement of current methodologies, processes and tools.
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