Intelligent Transportation System Application Developer (Contract)

Summary

The National Works Agency, an Executive Agency of the Government of Jamaica, is seeking suitably qualified individuals for the under-mentioned position. Intelligent Transportation System Application Developer (Contract) 💰Salary: $4,319,592 JMD per annum

Responsibilities

The incumbent is expected to discharge their responsibilities through the attainment of key outputs which include but are not limited to the following:

• • Develop software solutions according to each project undertaken and to make the unit more efficient.
• • Perform peer review of code and ensure applications are developed according to set standards.
• • Programme and maintain communication boards for the Traffic Signal Network.
• • Programme and maintain Traffic CCTV systems.
• • Travel to remote sites to troubleshoot ITS equipment.

Required Skills

• • Strong analytical skills with the ability to formulate and conceptualize solutions.
• • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• • Methodical, results-oriented, time-sensitive, and highly motivated.
• • Keen eye for detail and the ability to exercise initiative.
• • Team player.

Qualifications

• • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent from a recognized tertiary institution.
• • Six (6) years' application development experience, inclusive of three (3) years in a similar position.
• • Experience in conceptualization, design, specification, development, and implementation of Intelligent Transportation System solutions to meet business needs.
• • Experience in object-oriented analysis and design techniques.
• • Knowledge and experience in Front End Frameworks such as Angular and Back-end Frameworks such as ASP.NET and C++ as well as other general web-based development tools.
• • Familiar with I.T.S. solutions and how to integrate/develop software for native Traffic Signal Devices.
• • Working Knowledge of Version Control Systems; preferably Git.
• • Professional knowledge in Traffic Management Systems such as Central Intersection Management and Traffic Signal Controller Programming.
• • Knowledge of development with License Plate Recognition Cameras in relation to Origin Destination, Travel Time, and Average Speed.
• • Knowledge of Programming for Variable Message Signs and development of software.
• • Experience writing automated unit tests using a Unit Testing Framework.

Additional Information and Instructions

Submitted application in writing no later than Tuesday, May 20, 2025, to: Manager, Personnel and Industrial Relations National Works Agency 140 Maxfield Avenue Kingston 10 OR 📧 Email: Recruitment@nwa.gov.jm 📜 N.B. Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. The Agency thanks all applicants. Only individuals short-listed will be contacted.

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