MIS System Developer at Mount Kenya University

Duties and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team members to determine best practices and client requirements for software
• Develop intuitive software that meets and exceeds the needs of the University
• Professionally maintain all software and create updates regularly to address customer and University concerns
• Work on building, configuring, and deploying SQL, MySQL and Oracle databases as required. Ability to manage multiple Database Servers, including administration, application configurations, upgrades, and system patching.
• Analyze and test programs and products before formal launch
• Troubleshoot coding problems quickly and efficiently to ensure a productive workplace
• Ensure software security by developing programs to actively monitor the sharing of private information
• Actively seek ways to improve business software processes and interactions
• Aid and support the coaching and training of other team members to ensure all employees are confident in the use of software applications
• Work on building, configuring, and deploying applications using C-Sharp, Python or any modern development tools.

Requirements

• At least a Master’s degree or its equivalent in computer science, information technology, information systems, or similar.
• 3 years’ experience in a similar position or at Grade 10 within MKU

OR

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, or similar.
• Applicable professional qualification, such as Microsoft, Cisco, SQL, MySQL, Oracle, C-Sharp, Python certification.
• At least five years' experience in a similar role or at Grade 10 within MKU.
• Extensive experience with ICT systems, networks, and related technologies.
• Solid knowledge of best practices in ICT administration and system security.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.