Qualifications

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years directly related specialized experience performing the essential duties is required.

• Experience in ICT project management preferred.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge in the web application development environment with relational databases.

• Strong knowledge in PostgreSQL Database architecture, design and development, including the ability to write complex queries and stored procedures.

• Strong knowledge in PHP using Laravel Framework and JavaScript programming languages.

• Knowledge in Golang programming language is preferred.

• Strong Knowledge in Object Oriented Programming.

• Knowledge of GIT Version Control.

• Strong knowledge in writing unit and functional tests

• Strong Knowledge in essential Windows and Linux system administration is required. Android programming using Kotlin experience a plus.

• Knowledge in Microsoft Azure Architecture is a plus.

• Experience working in a highly regulated environment with compliance requirements is a plus

Abilities:

• Interpret written requirements and technical specification documents.

• Manage large and diverse workload under pressure with competing priorities.

• Maintain the integrity of official records.

• Analyze and solve complex problems and make sound decisions.

• Maintain a high-performance standard with attention to detail.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in IT required.

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Technical Operations and Support (70%)**

• Execute the full software development life cycle (SDLC) to build, test, and implement custom applications that drive organizational productivity.

• Maintain and integrate existing custom systems, ensuring seamless data flow and architectural consistency.

• Deploy and configure both cloud-based and on-premises software solutions under the guidance of the Senior Developer.

• Develop comprehensive test plans and documentation to validate software functionality against stakeholder requirements.

• Conduct rigorous unit and functional testing to identify, track, and resolve bugs prior to deployment.

• Require knowledge of secure coding practices, vulnerability management, and integration of security tools into CI/CD pipelines. Implement security controls in alignment with NIST SP 800-53 standards to ensure all developed software meets organizational and regulatory security baselines.

• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure code integrity and adherence to secure coding practices. Developers must embed automated security checks (static code analysis, dependency scanning, container security) into their workflows.

• Author and update technical documentation, including system architecture diagrams, API specifications, and codebase comments.

• Produce clear, accessible user manuals to assist non-technical staff in navigating new software features.

• Investigate and resolve complex software issues escalated from the service desk, providing timely fixes for internal applications.

• Report project progress and technical roadblocks to the Senior Software Developer to ensure alignment with department goals.

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Compliance Management (15%)****

• Achieves and maintains a thorough knowledge and adherence to established RSC Africa, CWS/IRP, DOS/PRM and USCIS policies and procedures regarding database management for RSC Africa programs.

• Work closely with operations and security teams to ensure compliance and resilience. Ongoing training in secure development frameworks, emerging threats, and compliance standards is required.

Representation/Engagement (10%)****

• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to execute complex projects, ensuring software solutions align with broader infrastructure and networking requirements.

• Contribute actionable recommendations to IT management regarding automation opportunities to streamline development workflows and organizational processes.

• Provide operational continuity by assisting with or assuming the responsibilities of peer IT specialists during peak periods or as directed by the Senior Software Developer.

Additional Roles and Responsibilities (5%)**

• Any other tasks as assigned by the Software Development Supervisor or IT Management.