ASSISTANT PROGRAMMER
Listing reference: nwu_000403
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 8 February 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Location: North West
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
SCHOOL OF LANGUAGES
POSITION NUMBER: PF02501
VACANCY: ASSISTANT PROGRAMMER
PEROMNES GRADE: P12
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: TEMPORARY FIXED-TERM: 2 YEARS
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To fulfil our low-level software development requirements, as well as assist more senior developers on
projects which are key to our ongoing projects, and vital for the long-term sustainability of CTexT.
Job description
1. Design, development, and implementation of computer software
· Design of databases, services, and user interface of applications; part of the packaging and release team of systems, design of the graphics and styling structure, documentation of help guides, training procedures, testing procedures and readme files of systems; optimization of systems; ensure best possible solutions for unforeseen issues relating to the system/software; technical assistance.
2. Maintenance of existing software
· Integration of data into existing systems; active forum member for requests and bug-fixing; technical assistance; evaluation of system/software and bug-fixing; updating of relevant documentation.
3. Resource and product development
· General development of systems, applications, core technologies and text resources, including research.
Minimum requirements
· National Diploma (NQF Level 6)
· A tertiary qualification in language technology, computational linguistics, computer engineering or computer systems development, or other relevant field
EXPERIENCE:
· 1 year Programming experience in at least one of the following languages: PERL, Python, R, C, C (plus plus) , C#, Java
· 1 year experience in text processing, the creation of corpora and lexical database development
· 1 year experience in web development
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Computer literacy in MS Office, internet and email
· Experience in the use of different operating systems, among which Windows and Linux
· Fluent in English and Afrikaans
· Ability to master new software
· Scientific writing style
· Time-management skills and good organisational abilities
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to work within a team
· Creative problem-solving abilities
· Must be able to prioritise, manage and complete a variety of tasks in line with CTexT's goals
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Jason Neumann Tel: 018 299 1022
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dolly Lebepe Tel: 018 299 4936
CLOSING DATE: 08 February 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 March 2022
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
