.Net Developer

.NET Developer

Location:

Melbourne, Victoria - AUS

Who are Pentana Solutions?

For almost 50 years, Pentana Solutions has pushed the automotive envelope through innovation, cutting edge technology and industry changing invention. Our passion for the industry and our expertise in the field drive us to always look for the next opportunity. Through customer collaboration and 49 years of industry knowledge, we work around the clock to ensure our customer’s businesses operate more profitably. With a global footprint spanning more than 100 countries and 50,000 users – we’re driven to deliver innovative solutions that transform the way you’ll work tomorrow. 

As a company, we recognise our people are our greatest asset. Our core values support our vision and shape our culture. En.R.I.T.C.H - Enjoyment, Respect, Integrity, Trust, Communication and Honesty. All our employees understand and live by these values which leads to our success. 

The opportunity 

Innovations is the software / solution development unit of Pentana Solutions.  This department is responsible for developing and maintaining software for Pentana Solutions products throughout the world. Innovations encapsulates software development teams, infrastructure teams and product management teams. Innovations collaborates closely with the Operations department for product delivery and support, as well as with the Sales department for development requests and estimates.

The Distribution development business unit specifically focus on development of Distribution software to the requirements, expectations, as well as compliance and industry standard.   

Design, write, test and maintain computer programs based on customer’s business requirements and systems or application demands. Review and assist in developing efficient coding standards for easy maintenance and maximising performance. Provide technical consultation to Product Managers (PM) and Business Analysts (BA) to complete functional designs and/or software development work.

This is a fixed-term contract role for 18 months, with the possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent position and is a full time, five days work onsite in the office. 

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Ensure that all software developments follow all steps in the software development lifecycle.
• Ensure all program changes are completed to functional and technical specification.
• Ensure all projects are completed according to agreed timelines.
• Work closely with Product Manager to understand and achieve functional requirements.
• Review and manage project development timelines.
• Create technical specifications from approved functional specifications provided from PM or BA
• Analyse and provide accurate development estimates on projects/tasks.
• Ensure all technical documentation is updated with approved change request where applicable.
• Communicate roadblocks to BA and/or PM
• Communicate changes of programs on open tasks within the same program to BA and/or PM
• All programming headers and comments are inserted following guideline standards.
• All programming changes are well documented for maintainability.
• Review program strategies to improve structure of code to reduce bottlenecks.
• Test cases are clearly documented for tasks before submission of task to BA or PM.
• Unit testing results are clearly documented for tasks before submission of task to BA or PM.
• Assist with technical support bug fixes where requested.
• Attend functional and/or technical meetings with 3rd parties for integration projects.
• Support customers when piloting projects/tasks or during release periods.
• Daily timesheets (worklogs) are completed for reporting.
• Provide professional customer service, both internally and externally.
• Meet deadlines as agreed with the business or customer.
• Update and prepare communications on the progress of projects and tasks.
• Maintain and regularly review own Drive 21 Personal Goals/KPI’s.

WHO YOU ARE

Professionally:

• IT degree
• A background in the automotive industry is highly desirable.
• .NET development
• MS SQL
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• UI/Front experience/exposure
• 5+ years of software ERP development experience (except for students)

Personally:

• Self-initiated
• Self-motivated, with an ability to work under pressure
• Strong team player
• Pragmatic approach when working on project tasks.
• Good attention to detail and high standards
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple projects at once.
• Ability to communicate clearly with all levels of the team (PM,BA, Development Manager)

What’s in it for me?

The successful candidate will be rewarded with the opportunity to join a passionate group of highly experienced people in an inclusive local and global team. 

Other benefits include: 

• Attractive remuneration package – we believe in sharing the benefits of growth with alignment to our portfolio and company success.
• Relaxed but ambitious culture – We focus on delivering outcomes but have fun doing it.  
• Opportunity to collaborate with a broad range of departments – you will get to work with various departments across our organisation nationally and across the globe.
• THRIVE - our holistic wellbeing program. 
• GROW - our Learning and Development framework, where we aim to create a workplace that inspires continuous personal and professional growth. 
• Work-life balance, inclusive culture, community and social events, awards and recognition for your work.  

This position requires a valid visa that allows work in Australia.

If you feel you have the skills and qualifications to carry out this role, please click "Apply" and complete our short online application form.