Analyst Developer: Policy Conversions/ Alterations/ NUB - Cape Town, South Africa - IOCO

Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Analyst Developer to join our team, specializing in Policy Conversions, Alterations, and New Business (NUB) processes. The Analyst Developer will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing software solutions to support our insurance policy administration systems.

What you'll do:

• Build features and applications that exceed the business specifications and requirements.
• Analyze existing software applications and align them with BAU Support and other functional requirements from business users. (e.g. legislative requirements).
• Write and test effective interfaces to other applications and services.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade software and assist in defect resolution and testing of applications.
• Create technical documentation and provide technical direction, ensuring software development tasks align with operational goals.
• Standby responsibilities, as and when required.

Your Expertise:

• 5-8 years' experience in Mainframe Software Development.
• Prior exposure to applications in Financial Services will be strongly recommended.
• Proven record of exceptional work performance.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of IBM Assembler (mainly) and Cobol on the mainframe.
• In-depth understanding and knowledge of the mainframe development environment. (ROSCOE, TSO, Dumpmaster, IBM debug, etc.)
• A basic understanding of TP monitors (e.g. IMS and CICS) and Data Management
• Systems (e.g. QSAM, DB2) will be strongly recommended.
• Strong technical skills. (MQ, SQL, JCL and VSAM).
• Sound good understanding of the Software Development process and methodology in the IT Organisation.
• A good understanding of financial products, especially long-term insurance products.

Other information applicable to the opportunity:

• Contract Position
• Location: Cape Town