Job Title: Software Developer
Organisation: Uganda Christian University (UCU)
Duty Station: Mukono, Uganda
About the Company:
Uganda Christian University (UCU) is an authentic Christian institution established by the Church of Uganda in 1997 in response to a call for quality university education with a Christian perspective. Uganda Christian University replaced the historic Bishop Tucker Theological College which trained clergy and educators during its 84-year history from 1913-1997. The local chief, Hamu Mukasa, granted land for the college to operate in Mukono.
Job Summary: 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)
Key Duties and Responsibilities: The main duties of a Software Developer include:
- Design and implement computer application systems, modules and any software components needed to support the UCU MIS project and any other software development project.
- 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.
- Perform all necessary software maintenance, including coding, testing, debugging, upgrading and modifications of software.
- Apply software development methodologies as directed by the Senior Developer to develop, implement and test systems and software components.
- Design, develop and implement systems and software technical specifications based on business requirements provided by the UIS Technical Manager.
- Develop and maintain systems and software documentation in order to facilitate maintenance and upgrade activities.
- 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.
- Contribute technical and professional knowledge and experience to improve UCU MIS Web Portal operations, systems integration and technical platform.
- 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.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- 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.
- At least 2 years working experience as a Software Developer on enterprise level projects.
- Extensive knowledge in Web portal development, JavaScript, Encryption, JAVA, HTML5, JSON, XML, AJAX and Linux/UNIX.
- Extensive knowledge in development frameworks Java Server Faces (JSF), Spring, ReactJS, Angular, Bootstrap and Ruby on Rails.
- Experience in developing Content Management Systems (CMS) Software.
- The applicant must have written demonstrable professional code preferably on some enterprise level/large application(s).
- Proven database programming with PostgreSQL, SQL / Optimization (expert level), Oracle and MySQL.
- Proven skills in Adobe Creative suit, Photoshop etc.
- Mobile & GIS dev. experience will be an added advantage.
- 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.
- Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of staffs.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below
Deadline: 25th March 2025
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