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Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer

Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer

Sappi Southern Africa
Country:  South Africa
City:  Pietermaritzburg
Location:  Forestry - Victoria Country Club Estate
Department:  Information Technology
Posting date:  12 Nov 2025
Closing date:  26 Nov 2025

We are hiring! 

   
We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer to join our Forestry Enterprise Apps team.  They will be responsible for the delivery of new value-add application solutions (both frontend and database backend), as well as the maintenance and support of established application solutions within Sappi.  We are looking for someone who can devise and modify existing processes to solve problems; perform analysis of business and user needs; manage technical documentation and translate user requirements into proper system requirement specifications.

 
As a Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer, you will be responsible for:  

 

  • Developing and maintaining frontend and backend components of Windows and Web applications.
  • Designing new software solutions alongside existing development teams according to best practices.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving bugs and system issues in live environments.
  • Developing and improving existing solutions and software development processes.
  • Assisting peer developers, and guiding junior team members, to help meet project deadlines.
  • Taking on responsibility for driving self and others to meet project deadlines.

 

What are we looking for? 

 

  • Batchelors Degree / Diploma or relevant qualification in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in software development, system design, and architecture.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a project team environment, and be a good communicator who can build relationships with all levels of end users.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Oracle (PL/SQL) or Microsoft SQL Server (TSQL) databases, including database design, scripting and programmability.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in C# coding language, and in Microsoft .NET (Framework and Core), Windows and/or Web applications, RESTful APIs / web services.
  • Able to Design Systems based on Company Requirements and give accurate instructions and direction to junior team members.
  • Ability to think analytically and be a problem solver.  Must be able to multitask and manage workload with minimal supervision.

We are hiring! 

   
We’re on the lookout for an experienced Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer to join our Forestry Enterprise Apps team.  They will be responsible for the delivery of new value-add application solutions (both frontend and database backend), as well as the maintenance and support of established application solutions within Sappi.  We are looking for someone who can devise and modify existing processes to solve problems; perform analysis of business and user needs; manage technical documentation and translate user requirements into proper system requirement specifications.

 
As a Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer, you will be responsible for:  

 

  • Developing and maintaining frontend and backend components of Windows and Web applications.
  • Designing new software solutions alongside existing development teams according to best practices.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving bugs and system issues in live environments.
  • Developing and improving existing solutions and software development processes.
  • Assisting peer developers, and guiding junior team members, to help meet project deadlines.
  • Taking on responsibility for driving self and others to meet project deadlines.

 

What are we looking for? 

 

  • Batchelors Degree / Diploma or relevant qualification in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in software development, system design, and architecture.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in a project team environment, and be a good communicator who can build relationships with all levels of end users.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Oracle (PL/SQL) or Microsoft SQL Server (TSQL) databases, including database design, scripting and programmability.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in C# coding language, and in Microsoft .NET (Framework and Core), Windows and/or Web applications, RESTful APIs / web services.
  • Able to Design Systems based on Company Requirements and give accurate instructions and direction to junior team members.
  • Ability to think analytically and be a problem solver.  Must be able to multitask and manage workload with minimal supervision.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

Sappi is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. At Sappi, we encourage and support vaccination.

ABOUT SAPPI

Sappi is a leading global provider of everyday materials made from woodfibre-based renewable resources. As a diversified, innovative and trusted leader focused on sustainable processes and products, we are building a more circular economy by making what we should, not just what we can.

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