Engineer App Developer

About the role

The Engineer App Developer creates, maintains and implements the source code for mobile applications and mobile platform programs that meet the needs of STCL clients and customers. The position is based in Honiara and is advertised by Our Telekom Recruit.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the Manager ICT and Chief Commercial Officer in developing the commercial rationale and business case for each app, and track its returns
• Plan new features, APIs and mobile products, and propose enhancements to existing systems
• Coordinate with ICT, Commercial and Engineering teams and customers to develop and maintain applications and scripts to STCL standards
• Evaluate business processes for automation, propose solutions, capture user requirements and document user experience after development
• Provide proof of concept prototypes, ensure upgrades and maintenance, and test new tools and modules for quality assurance
• Design style sheets and workflow diagrams, write unit tests, and document technical designs and user guides
• Supervise business processes, prepare reports, give technical support to end users and identify risks and security issues

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field
• At least 3 years of extensive experience in programming and app development
• Experience with technical writing, including documentation of designs, tests and user guides
• Good understanding of the business and a customer- and business-centric approach

Required skills

• Smartphone and tablet platforms, including Windows, iOS and Android
• API development, cross-platform frameworks and responsive mobile web design
• C++, Java, HTML, MySQL, PHP, Objective-C and wireless networks
• Backend computing: database management, hardware and software integration and security

What we offer

• An excellent remuneration package with performance incentives
• A chance to join a dynamic, growing company with strong career prospects