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  • Posted: Aug 21, 2023
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  • International Centre of Insect Physiology and Ecology (icipe) is a pan-African Centre of excellence in research for development and capacity building in insect science and its applications. Its mission is to help alleviate poverty, ensure food and nutritional security and improve the overall health status of peoples of the tropics.
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    Software Engineer

    Overall Purpose of the Job

    • The Software Engineer is expected to establish agile methodologies that meet standard software engineering principles in delivering high-quality data-driven web software (with GIS integrated) that will meet icipe’s 4-H paradigm (Environmental, Plant, Human, and Animal Health Themes) expectations.

    Specific Duties

    •  Design, implement, test, and deploy robust, secured, and containerized web-based applications in React/Angular/Node JS, Flask, or related programming languages.
    •  Develop and deploy web-based data-driven GIS applications using modern frameworks such as ArcGIS, Esri JavaScript API, Leaflet, OpenLayers, Python (arcpy, shapely), or related programming languages.
    •  Create and manage data schemas using public/internal APIs, ORMs, and PostgreSQL databases.

    Requirements/Qualifications

    •  BSc/BA in Computer Science, Information Technology, or any other related field from a recognized University.
    •  Minimum of one year proven work experience in a more or less similar position.
    •  Previous experience at an international/ regional research organization is an added advantage.
    •  Strong software engineering skills.
    •  An understanding of web architecting, implementing, and deploying web applications.

    Other Desirable Attributes

    •  The candidate should be able to judge any work-related problem. Regularly consults the supervisor. That is, has a self-driven and problem-solving personality.
    •  The Software Engineer will assist in the supervision of interns.
    •  Support in drafting and preparing manuscripts and communicating research findings through wellrecognized forums (e.g., conferences, meetings, and workshops) and contribute to the dissemination of research findings to stakeholders.
    •  Participate in local, regional, and international R&D forums.

    Reporting

    • This position reports to the Postdoctoral Fellow, Data Management, Modelling, and Geo-Information (DMMG) Unit. 

    Applications will be accepted up to 1 st September 2023

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    Method of Application

    Interested applicants should submit: (a) a confidential coverletter; (b) a detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees, including e-mail addresses; and (c) a statementillustrating suitability against the listed qualifications/competencies/abilities, and skills.

    Candidates are required to apply online through: http://recruit.icipe.org or by Email: recruitment@icipe.org

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