Job details

Zutari is a multinational buildings, infrastructure engineering and advisory firm with over 90 years of experience across Africa and the Middle East. We partner with clients across the full infrastructure lifecycle, delivering digitally driven solutions that shape schools, stadiums, dams, bridges, and the systems that connect them.

We are enablers of progress, transforming ambition into impact and infrastructure into opportunity. Every role in Zutari contributes to building sustainable futures that extend far beyond the projects themselves.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ high performing talent with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and share a sense of urgency. People who have an impact in our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Software Developer with an interest in the development database-driven software used in infrastructure asset management including a Road Asset Management System (RAMS), Traffic Information System (TIS) and Maintenance Management System (MMS). The ideal candidate will work with our asset management consulting team to develop and maintain software systems, all related to infrastructure asset management, including end-user support and training. 

Role Responsibilities

• Asset management: Support clients with implementing information systems that enhance our client’s asset management processes.
• Systems development: Design, develop, and implement systems and software solutions to support asset management processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients to identify user requirements, and conduct business analysis for software development purposes. Ensure the integration of new systems with existing infrastructure and processes. Generate detailed reports and dashboards to provide insights into asset performance and inform decision-making.
• Software development:
  • Software development in C# and .NET web development for web sites.
  • SQL/Server
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
  • Graphic design of web pages
• Project management: Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met and deliverables are achieved.
• Travel: Remote and on-site software user support on software Zutari has implemented. The successful candidate must be willing and able to travel and to spend time away from the office, in South Africa and Africa, for time periods of a few days to weeks. The candidate must be suitably experienced and self-sufficient to travel to remote areas of SA and Africa on their own.
• Client engagement: Providing systems training courses and implementing change management programs with Zutari’s clients.
• Reporting writing: Authoring of manuals, project documentation, and manual style reports.

Minimum Requirements

• B.Sc Computer Science, Information Technology or related B-degree.
• Valid SA driver’s license and with own reliable vehicle
• At least 2 years’ experience in C# and .NET web development for web sites
• At least 1 year experience in SQL/Server
• Problem solving, confident in communicating with clients, and technical report writing skills
• Previous asset management experience would be advantageous
• Knowledge of ERP systems would be advantageous

We believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices. In support of diversity and the equal opportunity principle, preference will be given to individuals from designated groups within South Africa.