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SENIOR WEB DEVELOPER

Department of Land Reform and Rural Development

Directorate: Deeds Enterprise Architecture

Reference number: 3/1/1/1/2026/95
Salary: R932 292 per annum (Level 11) (All-inclusive package to be structured in accordance with the rules for MMS)
Centre: Gauteng (Pretoria)
Province: Gauteng
Closing date: 10 July 2026
Circular: No 22 of 2026

Requirements

Minimum requirements: Applicants must be in a possession of a Grade 12 Certificate and a National Diploma in Information Technology or Software Development or Computer Science (NQF Level 6) or related equivalent qualification. Minimum of 3 years’ junior management experience in Oracle database administration, Oracle database concepts and facilities. Job related knowledge: Knowledge of Java, PHP, Java scripts, C++, and C#, SQL and / or SharePoint. Knowledge of transactional web application design and Development. Job related skills: Coaching and Mentoring (Though leadership) skills. Technical report writing skills. Presentation skills. Adaptability and flexibility. Customer service. Innovation and creativity. initiative. Analytical skills. Problem solving. Communication skills. Project Management skills. Computer literate. Willingness to travel. A valid driver’s license.

Duties

Development of web-based programs. Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical / business needs. Design best software development practices. Conduct test on the program. Update the web-based programs. Determine and construct web-based software and hardware architecture. Design and develop user interfaces. Determine design methodologies and tool sets. Completing programming using languages and software products. Designing and conducting tests. Implement the programs. Manage web application development. Create website layout / interface by using standard practices. Conduct network diagnostics and develop network analytics tools. Integrate applications by designing database architecture and server scripting. Establish connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers. Create multimedia applications by using authoring tools. Complete applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities. Contributing to team meetings. Troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms. Oversee application coding and provide technical expertise. Master web technologies and techniques. Plan and implement all web-based applications. Maintain, expand and scale the site. Conduct research on web development technologies and techniques. Research internet for new methods, technology and scripts. Investigate and implement enterprise anti spams filtering systems based on current industry trends and practices. Research on new internet / intranet technologies and software products, publications; maintaining personal networks etc. Apply the new technology on the system by Design, Develop, Test and Implement. Create and maintain software documentation. Determine content management processes / procedures for the website. Define objectives by analysing user requirements. Envisioning system features and functionality. Recommend system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives. Support users by developing documentation and assistance tools. Ensure all technology solutions are properly architected and specified. Ensure HTML / CSS is cross-browser and standards compliant and meets accessibility / disability requirements.

Where to send your application

Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to: Office of the Chief Registrar of Deeds at 600 Lillian Ngoyi Street, Berea Park, Pretoria, 0002 or apply by accessing Deeds Online Job Application Portal; https://deedsportal.deeds.gov.za/(Please separate Application Form for each post) before the closing date as no late applications will be considered

Enquiries

Mr. L Tshivhase Tel: (012) 338 7211 and Mr. R Saila Tel: (012) 338 7296

Note

EE Targets: African, Coloured, Indian and White Males and Coloured, Indian and White Females and Persons with Disabilities.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 22 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 26 June 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 9 September 2026.

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