Job Description
In 1992, for the first time ever, The Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (UK) gave the first shipping award to a candidate from the African continent. The “CORY BROTHERS SHIPPING AWARD” went to ESL’s founder and Managing Director, Mr Silvester Kututa. This was the first of a series of international shipping and logistics awards in our gall…
Systems/Software Developer
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Software Development.
- Manage software development projects through scoping, requirements gathering, coding, testing, and deployment.
- Shape and implement technology/business solutions that will make the organizations competitive and differentiated.
- Planning, scheduling, and executing software development projects.
- Engaging with Users to understand their needs, providing technical support, and ensuring that software solutions meet user expectations.
- Use Agile engineering practices and various software development technologies to rapidly develop creative and efficient solutions that enhance the organization’s overall efficiency.
- Collaborate with other team members to continuously deliver new / improved product functionalities.
- Communicate with internal IT teams to resolve technical dependencies during implementation.
- Develop all front-end and backend solutions, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to user’s specification.
- Building reusable code and libraries/database for future use.
- Assist in preparing system specifications by the users highlighting technical requirements.
- Carry out analysis of the requirements and recommend solutions to address user requirements.
- Develop and maintain documentation/manuals on system configuration or setup.
- Carry out technical user training in respect to these systems so that the business can utilize them.
Maintenance & System Upgrades.
- Monitor, maintain, and enhance existing software systems to improve performance and adapt to new requirements.
- Secure systems by putting adequate controls and restricting access to programs by users in accordance to the requirements of the company.
- Attend to systems failures and resolve or coordinate the resolution of the problem.
- Adhere to change control procedures in implementing solutions.
- Ensure robust cybersecurity, data protection, and backup protocols.
Other Tasks.
- Offer basic graphic design support, implementation, templates, and training visuals.
- Assist in maintaining brand consistency in digital communications.
- Use tools like Adobe Suite and Canva etc., for light design tasks.
- Provide tech support for digital platforms used across departments.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience in software development is, with proficiency in server-side technologies including Springboot and Apache.
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
- Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, JavaScript).
- Knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
- Experience with databases (SQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of DevOps tools and practices.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles.
- Certifications in software development or project management.
- Familiarity with APIs, web services, and system integrations.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Good communication and teamwork abilities.
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