R Software Developer at Actserv

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop robust and scalable applications using various programming languages and frameworks to perform core business functions;
• Design workflow diagrams and charts to demonstrate application functionality before coding;
• Perform system analysis, write and execute test cases, and debug issues to ensure software reliability;
• Collaborate with team members to find innovative solutions and enhance software functionality.;
• Contribute to system architecture discussions and provide feedback to improve project efficiency;
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and develop tailored solutions;
• Assist product and design teams in translating user requirements into practical technical solutions;
• Provide insights on user experience and usability to optimize system development;
• Deploy software tools, establish processes, and track key performance metrics;
• Conduct regular system audits to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements;
• Enhance code quality through unit testing, automation, and peer code reviews;
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for internal and external reference;
• Tackle complex problems and deliver solutions on schedule;
• Prepare reports on programming project specifications, activities, and status updates;
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends in mobile and web technologies;
• Perform additional related tasks as may be assigned from time to time.

Knowledge, experience and qualifications required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Actuarial Science, Computer Science, or a related field
• 2-3 years of experience in software development.
• Experience with software design and development in a test-driven environment.
• Proficiency in R and JavaScript programming.
• Demonstrated experience in R for web and API development.
• Hands-on experience with data.table for efficient data manipulation.
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (PostgreSQL & SQLite) is mandatory.
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies and software lifecycle processes.
• Experience working with Linux-based operating systems is an added advantage.
• Strong problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, client engagement, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Commitment to professional values and integrity.
• Displays initiative, self drive, ownership of work, adaptability & flexibility.