Full Stack Developer at Janta Kenya

Job Description

We are looking for a Full Stack Developer to produce scalable software solutions, whose responsibilities will include both front-end and back-end development. They should also be a team player with a knack for visual design and utility, and take an active role in defining how an application looks as well as how it works.

Job Responsibilities

1. Work with development teams and product managers to ideate software solutions.
2. Design client-side and server-side architecture.
3. Build the front-end of applications with appealing visual design.
4. Develop and manage well-functioning databases and applications.
5. Write effective APIs.
6. Test software to ensure responsiveness and efficiency.
7. Troubleshoot, debug and upgrade software.
8. Create security and data protection settings.
9. Build features and applications with a mobile responsive design.
10. Write technical documentation.
11. Work with economists and analysts to improve software.

Professional Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or relevant field.
2. Experience developing desktop and mobile applications, and payment gateways integrations.
3. Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role.
4. Familiarity with common stacks.
5. Knowledge of multiple front-end languages and libraries (e.g. HTML/ CSS, JavaScript, XML, jQuery).
6. Knowledge of multiple back-end languages (e.g. C#, Java, Python, PHP) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Angular, React, Node.js).
7. Familiarity with databases (e.g. MySQL, MongoDB), web servers (e.g. Nginx, Apache) and UI/UX design.
8. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
9. Great attention to detail.
10. An analytical mind