Junior Software Developer at Strathmore University

Reports to: IT Outsourcing Manager

Basic Job Summary:

To assist in coding, testing and implementing configuration changes and assisting in the design of software applications to meet both functional and technical requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• To develop and implement new software programs
• To ensure proper documentation of all the software programs developed and any integration with 3rd parties
• Timely completion of software development and integration
• To maintain and improve the performance of existing software
• To clearly and regularly communicate with management and technical support colleagues
• To design and update software database
• Responsible for software and data security
• To test and maintain software products to ensure strong functionality and optimization
• To recommend improvements to existing software programs as necessary for upgrades and enhancements
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Minimum Academic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field with one-year work experience

Skills and Personal Attributes:

• Must be able to work with little supervision, be detail-oriented, flexible in terms of hours /
  responsibilities as work requires, and able to organize multiple priorities and work deadlines
• High level of professionalism and ability to work with senior level executives.
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint with the ability to learn challenging
  internal software programs.
• Strong project coordination skills.