Milas Web Developer (Centurion)

Description

• AFGRI is looking for a Milas Web Developer to support and enhance the Milas platform and its related applications, databases, integrations and reporting components within AFGRI Animal Feeds.
• In this role, you will participate across the full software development lifecycle, gain specialist knowledge of the Milas environment and develop a detailed understanding of the Animal Feeds business processes supported by the platform.
• You will also help strengthen AFGRI's internal technical capability by documenting critical system knowledge, supporting structured knowledge transfer and applying secure, controlled and maintainable development practices.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of five years' experience as a programmer or software developer.
• Strong SQL, database analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Practical programming experience in one or more of the following technologies: C++, C, C#, Java and SQL.
• Sound understanding of the software development lifecycle, system integrations, source-code management, testing, deployment and application support.
• Willingness to learn COBOL, the specialised Milas development toolkit and its associated architecture and deployment model.
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science will be advantageous.

Key Performance Areas

IT Operations: Run Support

• Monitor and support Milas applications, databases, integrations and reporting components to maintain stable and reliable business operations.
• Investigate incidents and service requests, conduct root-cause analysis and implement sustainable solutions within agreed service levels.
• Analyse business requirements and system changes to identify potential impacts across processes, applications and integrations.
• Collaborate with Animal Feeds stakeholders and internal IT teams while escalating critical incidents, risks and dependencies appropriately.

IT Operations: Enhancements

• Translate documented business requirements into secure, maintainable and user-friendly system enhancements.
• Design, develop, test and implement solutions using structured, reusable and efficient coding practices.
• Participate in code reviews, debugging and defect resolution to protect application quality and stability.
• Identify opportunities to improve and modernise Milas, its integrations, reporting components and supporting business processes, while complying with approved development and deployment controls.

Team Collaboration and Knowledge Transfer

• Build specialist Milas technical and business knowledge through structured knowledge transfer and practical involvement in support and development activities.
• Document application architecture, business rules, integrations, configurations, deployments and operational dependencies.
• Share knowledge through clear documentation, walkthroughs and collaboration with relevant team members.
• Provide support during incidents, testing and implementations, and communicate progress, risks and dependencies clearly and timeously.

IT Governance, Risk and Compliance

• Apply AFGRI's IT governance, information security, software development lifecycle and change-control requirements.
• Ensure that system changes are approved, tested, documented, traceable and supported by the required evidence.
• Maintain appropriate controls over application access, elevated rights, user profiles and production deployments.
• Identify and escalate risks relating to system stability, data integrity, integrations and access control, while maintaining accurate records for audit and compliance purposes.

Technical Competencies

• Strong SQL, database analysis and troubleshooting capability.
• Programming proficiency in relevant technologies, including C++, C, C#, Java and SQL.
• Ability to produce clean, secure, reusable and maintainable code.
• Sound knowledge of software development, integration, testing, release and deployment practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, including assessing the impact of changes across integrated systems.
• Ability to prepare clear technical documentation and communicate technical concepts effectively.
• Willingness to learn COBOL, Milas-specific technologies and relevant emerging technologies.

Behavioural Competencies

• Analytical, detail-oriented and committed to quality.
• Proactive, adaptable and solution-focused.
• Collaborative, with a willingness to share knowledge.
• Clear and effective communicator.
• Professional, reliable and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Able to work independently, prioritise effectively and perform under pressure.
• Customer-focused and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

Closing Date: 25 September 2026