The South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Specialist: Developer (Natural ADABAS)
Employer: South African Revenue Service (SARS)
Location: Potchefstroom, Gauteng
Employment Type: Full-time
About SARS
As South Africa’s principal tax authority, SARS plays a vital role in national revenue collection and customs administration. We operate as an autonomous entity focused on maintaining an efficient tax system through innovative solutions and professional excellence.
Position Overview
We seek an experienced Developer Specialist to enhance our Natural ADABAS environment. This role requires technical leadership in developing, optimizing, and maintaining critical application modules while ensuring compliance with operational strategies.
Key Requirements
- Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree/Advanced Diploma (NQF7) in IT + 5-7 years’ Natural/ADABAS experience (2-3 years specialist)
- OR Senior Certificate (NQF4) with IT certification + 5-7 years’ experience
- OR Senior Certificate (NQF4) + 10 years’ development experience
- Technical Expertise:
- Natural ADABAS & NaturalONE
- IBM Mainframe (z/OS) & JCL
- Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) & IBM MQ
Core Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain enterprise-level application modules
- Implement system enhancements and optimize existing solutions
- Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments
- Ensure compliance with IT policies and governance frameworks
- Mentor junior developers and technical teams
- Lead troubleshooting and system improvement initiatives
Key Competencies
Behavioral:
Problem Solving · Analytical Thinking · Quality Focus · Continuous Learning · Organizational Awareness
Technical:
SDLC Expertise · Systems Architecture · Process Optimization · Technical Documentation
Application Process
Submit applications through the SARS careers portal by 6 July 2025.
SARS promotes employment equity. Candidates must undergo security clearance and competency assessments.
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