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IT Developer (Mendix)

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Job Introduction

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a System Consultant to join the Saga Healthcare IT development team.

Through their amazing work, our healthcare team understand the value of the home. At Saga we want our healthcare team to feel at home and that is why our careers offer them the opportunity to grow and develop in a nurturing environment.

You will be programming and capturing requirements for program fixes and systems.  You’ll be investigating and finding resolution of system problems reported by others. 

You will bring knowledge of programming and database technologies, such as XML, .Net C# and Mendix.

If this sounds like you keep reading……

Role Responsibility

  • Productive member of an Agile (method) application development team.
  • Programming and capture/definition of requirements for program fixes and system enhancements (systems analysis).  Programming to be in relevant languages as appropriate.  Unit testing, system testing and user training to be undertaken. 
  • Provide regular progress reports to Manager.
  • Assisting users with their acceptance testing.
  • Adherence to both Company and Departmental policies and standards.
  • Troubleshooting, i.e. investigation and resolution of system problems reported by others.
  • Assist in the provision of estimates for fixes/enhancements as requested.
  • Ensure that all work undertaken has been documented.
  • Change Management (adherence to prevailing processes, forms with authorisation activities) when progressing a fix/enhancement through the SDLC environments (including live).

Any other duties requested by Management.

The Ideal Candidate

Capability, Knowledge and Experience:

  • Relevant programming skills. Knowledge of programming and database technologies; XML, Database technologies, .Net C# and Mendix (training and tutoring will be provided).
  • Contemporary experience of .Net service development (SOAP, Rest and Mex solutions)
  • Understanding of development best practice in terms of coding standards, security, accessibility and usability (demonstrable SDLC experience)
  • Solid application and database design skills (Any capability with respect to good user interface and user experience/journey design a distinct advantage).
  • Ability to write well-structured and commented programs.
  • Ability to communicate with users, team members and managers.
  • Ability to think and work individually and as part of a team
  • Good time management.
  • Commitment

Education and Qualifications:

  • Degree level qualification is preferred; however relevant business and/or technical experience would represent an acceptable equivalent.

Personal Characteristics:

  • Energy and enthusiasm to learn
  • Good communicator (verbal, writing and visual)
  • Team worker
  • Self-starter
  • Problem Solver
  • Creative

Package Description

The standard benefits when you join Saga include:

  • 28 days holiday
  • Option to purchase a further 5 days annual leave per year
  • Free private medical insurance after 1 years service
  • Pension
  • Saga Social Club
  • AXA Be Supported
  • Free fruit 
  • Give as you earn
  • Childcare vouchers
  • Free eye tests
  • Honeymoon benefit
  • Sharebuy
  • Salary finance
  • Discounts on Saga holidays and insurance products
  • A range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
  • Long service awards

About the Company

When you join Saga you will see that we are committed to treating all employees fairly and to offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement. 

We value diversity not just because it is the right thing to do, but because diverse teams perform better. Creating a culture in which everyone feels welcome and offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement is incredibly important to us. Fair consideration is given to applications from all applicants, including those with disabilities. If you need support at any point with your application please let us know as we will be happy to help.

To all recruitment agencies: Saga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the HR Recruitment Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Saga is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

 

Saga Group

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