Result of Service

Develop web services and front-end applications using technologies such as Java with Spring Framework with JavaScript that transport, transform and display data and interact with existing United Nations enterprise systems.

Existing Java applications are systems well maintained with up-to-date framework, no major bug, and no major security vulnerability.
Timely delivery of software solutions compliant with requirements and quality guidelines.
Architectural design and implementation of integrated enterprise platforms.
Software corrections and quality assurance.
Provision of FAQs, developer manuals, and training manual

Work Location

In-person - Deqing, China

Expected duration

6 months

Duties and Responsibilities

Come work for the United Nations! The Office of Information and Communications Technology (OICT) is leading the digital transformation of the Organization to enable a better, safer, more sustainable future through secure, reliable, and innovative technology solutions. The United Nations Office of Information and Communication Technology's Enterprise Solutions Service (OICT/ESS) develops and supports a wide range of enterprise solutions and provides products and services that support the work of the UN. OICT is committed to achieving a 50/50 gender balance and geographical diversity in its staff, and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for this position. OICT supports the principles of work-life balance and flexible work arrangements. This position is within the OICT/ESS office, hosted by the United Nations Global Geospatial Knowledge and Innovation Centre. This position is based in Deqing, China. Duties and Responsibilities Systems development:

Undertakes analysis of existing modules within United Nations enterprise applications; participate in the design and development of new interfaces to such systems; may design and implement small, stand-alone systems as needed.
Specifies user/system interfaces and translates logical designs into physical designs taking account of target environment, performance security requirements and existing systems. Produces detailed designs and documents all work using required standards, methods, and tools, including prototyping tools where appropriate.
Designs, codes, tests, corrects, and documents moderately complex programs and scripts from agreed specifications and subsequent iterations, using agreed standards and tools. Collaborates in reviews of specifications, with others as appropriate.
Provide maintenance and support of systems developed using Java, REST API, Hibernate, Spring and MySQL. Service Operation:
Identifies and resolves issues with applications, following agreed procedures. Uses application management software and tools to collect agreed performance statistics. Carries out agreed applications maintenance tasks.
Investigates problems in systems, processes, and services. Assists with the implementation of agreed remedies and preventative measures.
Performs ad hoc duties as required. Nota bene:
The consultant has 10 paid UN holidays per calendar year, following the calendar of the UNESCAP office in Bangkok.

Qualifications/special skills

Advanced university degree (master’s degree or equivalent) in computer science, information systems, mathematics, statistics, or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, development, implementation and maintenance of computer information systems or related areas is required. development, implementation and maintenance of Geospatial systems using ArcGIS is required. A minimum of 5 years of hands-on technical experience on the following technologies is required: Java backend development, API development, Spring Framework. 3+ years of experience with MySQL and CI/CD is required. Experience with AI and GIS is desirable.

Languages

English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the post advertised, fluency in English (oral and written) is required. Knowledge of other UN official languages is an advantage.

Additional Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the duty station where the position is located.

No Fee

THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.

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