Systems Analyst

SUMMARY: Our client, a respected leader in the automotive industry, is looking for a talented SYSTEMS ANALYST to join their dynamic team.

POSITION INFO: JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION:
Job Title: Systems Analyst
Employment Type: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract
Work Model: Fully Remote JOB CONTEXT: To improve efficiency, reduce waste, identify, and implement solutions, meet project deadlines and accurately document the necessary requirements to be done in accordance with local / global strategic planning and standards in compliance to the Company's Integrity & Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy & S.H.E.Q. requirements and to perform delegated S.H.E.Q. tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.
THE JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have IT Development and Systems Knowledge.
• Proficient in IT infrastructure/hardware topics such as Linux, Storage, Networks, VMWare, Interfaces.
• Proficient in data modelling and various SQL and noSQL based Database Management Systems such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, Linux, etc.
• Proficient in JAVA.
• Extensive knowledgeable and experience in DevOps principles and impact on development lifecycles.
• Knowledge of DevOps tools (JIRA, GitHub, SonarCube, Jenkins).
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and problem solve.
• Must have knowledge and experience in recent IT base technology (Azure, CI CD, DevOps, Cloud, API’s, and others).
• Experience in Data Analysis and Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally.
• Willingness to collaborate with teams working within different time-zones.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
• Ability to perform the minimum required physical and mental requirements of the function.

• Responsible for gathering business requirements and designing solutions that meet them. Considerations include, business use cases and product strategy, cost optimization, design trade-offs (build, buy or modify).
• Responsible for designing a solution infrastructure that meets technical requirements. Considerations include high availability and failover design, system sizing requirements, scalability to meet future growth requirements.
• Manage and coordinate software upgrades, deployments, downtime, patches, and hot fixes with relevant role players.
• Responsible for conducting all necessary testing after deployment or patches.
• Responsible for the management of Interfaces between various applications.
• Provide technical support, knowledge, and recommendations to team.
• Responsible for the coordination and analysis of incidents relating to technical topics.
• Responsible for system performance monitoring and capacity planning.
• Conduct regular system refreshes to ensure optimal performance and up-to- date environments.
• Develop reports from business partner as required.
• Ensure innovative solutions align and support strategic implementation according to overall business strategy.
• Manage and evaluate innovation pipeline assisting strategic decision-making.
• Lead and direct different cross-functional programs and projects of varied sizes and types.
• Manage and attain customer expectations and ensure delivery to fulfil expectations.

• Minimum NQF 7 - BSC/ BCom /BTech in Information Technology, or relevant equivalent.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in IT.
• Knowledge of Supply Chain processes will be beneficial.

• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.