Software Trainee Developer at SunCulture Kenya Ltd

About the Role

• This Software Trainee Developer role is a one-year, full-time learning opportunity designed to give you a holistic view of software engineering in a supportive, hands-on environment. You’ll be guided by experienced engineers as you assist with projects across the full technology stack, learning how systems are designed, built, and maintained.
• We are looking for someone with strong coding potential, a passion for learning and problem-solving, regardless of your formal background. This is a chance to accelerate your career and gain practical experience with modern software development practices.

What You'll Be Doing

• Contribute to real projects, assisting our team with both front-end (React, TypeScript) and back-end (Node.js, Python, AWS) tasks.
• Learn how to build features from end-to-end, supporting tasks from designing user interfaces to connecting APIs and databases.
• Work with our engineering team on daily workflows, including GitHub Actions, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including QA, DevOps, and Product.
• Participate in pair programming, code reviews, and team learning sessions to get direct mentorship.
• Document and present your work to peers and mentors to build your communication skills

What You'll Learn and Be Exposed To

• This traineeship is designed to provide you with a versatile skillset and confidence as a developer. Over the year, you will:
• Work in a safe learning environment under the guidance of senior staff.
• Gain experience in both front-end and back-end contexts.
• Understand the basics of how to design and contribute to full-stack applications at scale.
• Develop experience with agile teamwork, DevOps pipelines, and system architecture basics.
• The 1 year traineeship offers a market-conform monthly stipend.
• Be exposed to our core tech stack, including:
• JavaScript Frameworks: Node.js, TypeScript, React
• Backend: Python Fast API, AWS Gateway and Lambda, Elastic Beanstalk
• Databases: AWS RDS for MySQL and PostgreSQL, Redis
  • Messaging: Kafka
  • CI/CD: GitHub Actions, GitHub
  • Mobile: React Native for Android
  • Cloud Services: AWS, Azure, GCP
  • Containerization and Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes

Does this sound like you?

We’re flexible on formal qualifications. We are more interested in your passion for technology and your potential to grow.

• You are a recent graduate or are currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree, diploma, or bootcamp in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• You have some hands-on experience through coursework, internships, or personal projects in one or more of the following areas:
  • Web: HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, React.
  • Backend: Node.js, Python, or databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL).
• Full Stack: A mix of both front-end and back-end exposure.
• You have strong curiosity to learn about cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps practices, and modern software development workflows.
• You have a strong problem-solving mindset and eagerness to tackle real-world challenges.
• You have excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn from peers and mentors.
• Bonus: An interest in IoT, embedded systems, or firmware is a plus