IT developer
Job description
Based on the specifications of the application, the IT developer designs, develops, tests and improves IT programs.
He/she creates technical installation instructions, participates in integration test phases and drafts and completes integration and deployment scripts.
He/she is involved in design, development, integration, testing, acceptance, deployment and documentation tasks.
Main tasks
- Understanding requirements and specifications before developing a programming plan,
- Determining the technical solutions to be introduced, Designing the program with the recommended solution, analysing tests and documents whilst respecting the required functionalities,
- Writing the program either in part or in its entirety using different software packages,
- Respecting the security principles,
- Participating in tests,
- Drafting and completing deployment and integration scripts,
- Providing technical support, creating technical installation instructions and user guides, Offering corrective or open-ended maintenance and updates.
Knowledge
- Degree level qualification in the field of IT.
Skills
- Analytical and implementation skills,
- Openness tolearning and adaptability essential in this field in which the technologies and languages used are constantly developing,
- Proficiency in English.
Abilities
- Being methodical, rigorous, organised and meticulous
- Being autonomous, curious and willing to make proposals so that he/she knows where to find information and how best to use it on a daily basis.
Career prospects
The role of IT developer is generally seen as the entry point into the professional world of IT and is often a springboard for entering more technical leadership or management professions.
After a few years of experience, the IT developer may move up to a position of lead developer and then project manager.