The Software Developer will be responsible for the design, development & integration of UCU Management Information System enterprise architecture software applications required to support the day-to-day operations and the decision-making process in line with UCU operations in academics, finance, human resource and students’ affairs directorates. All applications will be deployed for Web-based access for UCU staff and students and some as applications (iOS & android)

Qualifications and Experience

1. A university degree in Computer Science or related field from a recognized institution or international professional certificate in a software development language
such as JAVA, C++, Python etc.

2. At least 2 years working experience as a Software Developer on enterprise level projects.

3. Extensive knowledge in Web portal development, JavaScript, Encryption, JAVA, HTML5, JSON, XML, AJAX and Linux/UNIX.

4. Extensive knowledge in development frameworks Java Server Faces (JSF), Spring, ReactJS, Angular, Bootstrap and Ruby on Rails.

5. Experience in developing Content Management Systems (CMS) Software. 

6. The applicant must have written demonstrable professional code preferably on some enterprise level/large application(s). 

7. Proven database programming with PostgreSQL, SQL / Optimization (expert level), Oracle and MySQL. 

8. Proven skills in Adobe Creative suit, Photoshop etc. 

9. Mobile & GIS dev. experience will be an added advantage. 

10. Applicant should have a strong background in systems design and implementation (UML, modeling and documentation), including knowledge and experience with
systems life-cycle development methodologies especially agile methodologies.

11. Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of staffs. 

Roles and Responsibilities

The main duties of a Software Developer include: 

1. Design and implement computer application systems, modules and any software components needed to support the UCU MIS project and any other software
development project.

2. Develop systems and module graphical interfaces, web modules, database modules, application reports and statistics, and any software components needed to
deliver complete and functional applications systems required in the UCU MIS.

3. Perform all necessary software maintenance, including coding, testing, debugging, upgrading and modifications of software.

4. Apply software development methodologies as directed by the Senior Developer to develop, implement and test systems and software components.

5. Design, develop and implement systems and software technical specifications based on business requirements provided by the UIS Technical Manager.

6. Develop and maintain systems and software documentation in order to facilitate maintenance and upgrade activities. 

7. Provide the necessary technical support and work on a team basis to all members of the MIS team to accomplish the software development and implementation
tasks.

8. Contribute technical and professional knowledge and experience to improve UCU MIS Web Portal operations, systems integration and technical platform. 

9. Develop and provide a monthly software project status report describing the development of the above activities and any issues that may emerge, with conclusions
and recommendations.