Job Title: Junior Software Developer
Organisation: Women in Technology Uganda (WITU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Founded in 2014, Women in Technology Uganda (WITU) is a non-profit started by women for women. The goal of the organization is to transform the lives of women and girls from underserved communities into successful technologists and entrepreneurs. We achieve this through carefully working with communities and their people to bring lasting change.
Job Summary: You’ll support the creation of automation tools, web-based applications, and integrations across Linux and Microsoft environments, helping various engineering, CAD, and documentation teams operate more efficiently.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain scripts, tools, and web applications to automate engineering workflows
- Assist in backend and frontend development using Django and ReactJS
- Contribute to integration projects using Microsoft Power Platform (PowerApps, PowerAutomate, PowerBI)
- Write and debug scripts in Python, TCL, Shell, and other automation tools
- Collaborate with team members and stakeholders in regular sprint meetings and code reviews
- Document technical work and contribute to testing and deployment processes
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or a related field
- 1–3 years of software development experience (internships included)
- Working knowledge of at least one scripting language (Python, TCL, Shell, Perl)
- Exposure to web technologies (Django, ReactJS, REST APIs)
- Understanding of version control tools like Git
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and development practices
Preferred Skills (Nice to Have):
- Experience with PowerApps, PowerAutomate, and SharePoint integrations
- Familiarity with JIRA and Salesforce, especially in integration contexts
- Understanding of data formats: XML, JSON, YAML
- Exposure to EDA tools (e.g., Cadence, Synopsys) or IP-XACT formats
- Interest or experience in using AI/ML tools for automation
- Comfortable working in both Linux and Windows environments
What We Look For:
- Fast learners who enjoy solving complex problems
- Team players who communicate effectively
- Organized developers with attention to detail
How to Apply:
To apply, send your application to [email protected]
Deadline: 5th June 2025
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