Position Summary

The Software Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions that support immigration processes.

The role involves creating efficient, secure, and user-friendly applications for case management, visa processing, and compliance tracking. The Software Developer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that systems meet business needs, client requirements, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development

• Write, test, and maintain high-quality code for immigration-related applications and systems.
• Develop secure, reliable, and scalable software solutions that support mission-critical operations.

System Integration

• Develop and integrate APIs to connect immigration platforms with external systems.
• Support integration with systems such as:
  • Biometric data systems
  • Payment gateways
  • Other relevant immigration and aviation platforms

User Interface Design

• Create intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces.
• Design interfaces suitable for clients, immigration officers, and other system users.

Troubleshooting and Performance Improvement

• Identify, investigate, and resolve software bugs.
• Diagnose and fix performance issues across applications and systems.
• Support continuous improvement of software stability and reliability.

Collaboration

• Work closely with:
  • Database administrators
  • System administrators
  • Other software developers
  • Cross-functional project teams
• Ensure seamless functionality across integrated systems.

Documentation

• Maintain detailed documentation of:
  • Software designs
  • Source code
  • Development processes
  • System workflows
  • Integration procedures

Compliance and Data Protection

• Ensure software solutions comply with applicable legal and regulatory standards.
• Support compliance with data privacy and security requirements, including:
  • GDPR
  • Immigration-specific data privacy laws
  • Cybersecurity best practices

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in software development.
• Experience in industries that handle sensitive data is preferred, including:
  • Legal
  • Government
  • Immigration
  • Aviation

Technical Skills and Knowledge

Applicants should have:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as:
  • Java
  • Python
  • C#
• Experience with web development frameworks such as:
  • Angular
  • React
  • Django
• Familiarity with Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as:
  • AWS
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in database integration and query optimization.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards.

Additional Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and mission-critical environment.
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili, spoken and written.

Added Advantage

• Previous experience in the aviation industry is a plus.

Certifications

Relevant certifications that may enhance the applicant’s qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
• AWS Certified Developer – Associate
• Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
• Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE Programmer

• Write, test, and maintain high-quality code for immigration-related applications and systems.
• Develop secure, reliable, and scalable software solutions that support mission-critical operations.
• Develop and integrate APIs to connect immigration platforms with external systems.
• Support integration with systems such as: Biometric data systems, Payment gateways, Other relevant immigration and aviation platforms.
• Create intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces.
• Design interfaces suitable for clients, immigration officers, and other system users.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve software bugs.
• Diagnose and fix performance issues across applications and systems.
• Support continuous improvement of software stability and reliability.
• Work closely with: Database administrators, System administrators, Other software developers, Cross-functional project teams.
• Ensure seamless functionality across integrated systems.
• Maintain detailed documentation of: Software designs, Source code, Development processes, System workflows, Integration procedures.
• Ensure software solutions comply with applicable legal and regulatory standards.
• Support compliance with data privacy and security requirements, including: GDPR, Immigration-specific data privacy laws, Cybersecurity best practices.

• Proficiency in programming languages such as: Java, Python, C#.
• Experience with web development frameworks such as: Angular, React, Django.
• Familiarity with Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in database integration and query optimization.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and mission-critical environment.
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili, spoken and written.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in software development.
• Experience in industries that handle sensitive data is preferred, including: Legal, Government, Immigration, Aviation.