Application Developer

JOB OBJECTIVE/SUMMARY:
• To ensure availability of appropriate and effective information technology and system that meet the operational requirements of the bank
• To Design, develop, and maintain software applications that align with our business objectives and technological vision.
• Ensuring quality, and delivering value to our customers through the effective management of the application development lifecycle.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
i. Work with Head, Application Development in developing effective information systems strategy and plan for the bank
ii. Informs stakeholders of new and emerging technologies
iii. Handles the development of new systems.
iv. Writes and implements clean and efficient code based on specifications.
v. Tests and evaluates new applications.
vi. Integrate software components and third-party programs
vii. Identifies areas of improvement based on user feedback.
viii. Verify and deploy programs and systems
ix. Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade existing software
x. Writes and implements clean and efficient codes.
xi. Creates documentation that clarifies the product’s features and benefits such as flowcharts.
xii. Writes and revises procedural documentation such as user guides, manuals, and test cases.
xiii. Meets with developers and the unit head to learn about specific products or processes.
xiv. Researches product samples to fully understand the product.
xv. Implement robust testing processes, including unit testing, integration testing, and user acceptance testing
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Time it takes to deliver new applications or updates to existing applications
• Quality of code produced code review and adherence to coding standards.
• Number of bugs or defects identified in applications after release.
• Frequently new features or updates are released to production
• Monitor the utilization of development resources, including developers' time, infrastructure, and tools
• The cost incurred for each application development project, including labour, infrastructure, and other expenses.
• Evaluate how well the applications developed align with the organization's strategic objectives and business priorities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education: A good University degree or HND in Computer, Electrical Engineering or other applicable courses, plus relevant professional IT qualification
Experience: Minimum of 5 years relevant experience
KNOWLEDGE
• Computer literacy, including proficiency in all key Microsoft Office programmes
• Knowledge of computer hardware functioning
• Knowledge of programming languages
• Knowledge of basic accounting
SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
• Strategic Thinking
• Managerial and leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Team building
• Integrity

Salary: Open to negotiations