Software Developer Jobs – DFCU Bank

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Job Title:  Software Developer

Organisation: DFCU Bank

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Manager- Applications Development

 

About US:

DFCU Bank is a fast growing commercial bank offering a variety of innovative products and services. DFCU Limited was started by the Commonwealth Development Corporation (CDC) of the United Kingdom and the Government of Uganda through the Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) under the name of Development Finance Company of Uganda Limited. Later restructuring brought in DEG (of Germany) and International Finance Corporation (IFC) as equal partners with CDC and UDC, each having a 25% stake in the company. Its objective was to support long-term development projects whose financing needs and risk did not appeal to the then existing financial commercial lending institutions.

 

Job Summary: Reporting to the Manager- Application Development, the role holder will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing new Business software systems as well as maintaining existing ones. The primary role is software design and development aimed at producing product solutions for specific business needs.

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • To design and/or customize existing software solutions by studying information needs; systems flow, data usage, and work processes while adhering to the software development lifecycle.
  • Support the development of an interoperability framework between the core banking application and its interfacing applications in order to develop automated interfaces for existing and new requirements.
  • Prepare system documentation to provide user support for programs and for production/operating procedures.
  • Analyze user requirements and application needs, determine, and evaluate potential solutions, develop system specifications and requirements, and design application programs to meet the requirements.
  • Design integrated solutions which may include applications, databases, networks, and related systems.
  • Interact with system vendors and other strategic business partners to understand and recommend data interchange formats, APIs, and messaging formats so as to achieve seamless integration.
  • Execute test cases including debugging of subsystems and components in Test and Production environments.


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:  

  • The ideal applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems Engineering, Mathematics, or another related field.
  • A Master’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or Information Technology will be an added advantage.
  • At least four years of experience as a software developer or engineer.
  • In-depth knowledge of programming & prototyping languages such as C#, Java, Python, C++, JavaScript, PHP, HTML, CSS etc and ability to use one or more IDEs (e.g., Visual Studio) effectively.
  • Advanced experience developing real-world data-driven applications utilizing relational database engines as part of the overall application architecture. Experience with Oracle or MS SQL Server is required; however, PostgreSQL or MySQL is desirable.
  • Demonstrable success in developing a variety of software systems while taking on increasing responsibility for analysis, design, implementation, and development tasks using various SDLC methodologies like Waterfall and Agile.
  • Knowledge & experience in administering Windows or Linux server operating systems will be an added advantage.
  • Adept at Financial Technology & Innovation with strong understanding of Banking operations, FinTech, and Product Development trends. Technical experience with Digital Banking services will be an added advantage.
  • Demonstrated ability to map and apply complex technologies to business strategies.
  • Strong skills in Business process analysis and redesign and the ability to solve complex business problems.
  • Familiarity with the financial services industry in Uganda.
  • Strong understanding and experience in digital banking services.
  • Experience with running test & learn methodologies, such as multi-variant testing.
  • Ability to manage cooperation with third-party vendors.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset, with a sense of urgency, positive attitude, and the ability to excel in a high-pressure environment.
  • Exceptional interpersonal, communication and conflict resolution skills.
  • Open and collaborative style; must be comfortable working in an environment where ideas are shared and challenged.
  • Strong attention to detail and a high-level of integrity.
  • Self-drive and initiative.
  • Willingness to work flexible working hours.

 

How to Apply:

If you believe you meet the requirements as noted above, please forward your application with a detailed CV including present position and copies of relevant professional/academic certificates (University Transcript, O & A level), to the email address indicated below;

 

Vacanciesbank@dfcugroup.com

 

Deadline: 16th February 2023

 

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