Our Client is an IT company currently recruiting a Software Developer.

As a Software Developer you will be directly responsible for the actual designing, developing and installing software solutions for target clients within set deadlines and specifications as well as ensure that all related activities are well planned, managed and happen within the agreed standards. 

You shall be expected to produce high quality software solutions within time and resource constraints that shall be acceptable and useful to clients Key Responsibilities

To interact with various clients and / or stakeholders to  determine their problem statement through requirements gathering, conduct analysis of the requirements and come up with requirement and system specification documentsTo use relevant documentation standards and tools to come up with various necessary project and system documentations prior to the software development processes that correctly document software projects To conduct analysis of various requirements, problem definitions e.t.c. of solutions to determine operational feasibility of solutions and advise management appropriatelyImprove operations by conducting systems analysis and recommending changes in systems and solutionsTo use various standards of software modeling and simulation using different techniques to come up with solution models and designs that can be used as the base for the system development phaseTo use database skills and knowledge to come up with sound database designs for various software projects prior to the development phaseTo create various required system design documents and tools for solutions for approval prior to their development System DevelopmentTo program and develop according to specification with the main aim of developing a problem solving and customer acceptable solution and that meets the clients’ requirementsDevelop software solutions according to the given specifications and come up with deliverables within deadline and resources constraintTo integrate various software and hardware solutions with other pre-existing or newsoftware and hardware solutions to ensure that they work together as planned on blueprintTo document the developed work using various standards and  procedures to ensure that solutions are easily understandable and usable both at a user level and from a developers point of view / interactionTo train the users of the solution on the use of the systems deployed and furnish them with various system documentations including user manuals and “how to” guidesMust have experience in software engineeringMust understand desktop and web development with the following skills: Java, Php, javascript, J2ME, Android programming, Ajax, .NetKnowledge of database platforms: SQL server, MySql, Oracle, foxpro, XMLExcellent team player and willingness to take direction and use own initiative as appropriateDesire to learn new technologies and adapt to them with regard to programs and programming as a wholeAbility to communicate clearly within team, to management and with clients on relevant subjects of the tasks undertakenProject organization and management skillExperience with RAD tools and MVC frameworks e.g CakePhp, code igniter e.t.cExperience in using web publishing and content management tools e.g dreamweaver and joomla to come up with websites that can be commercializedGraphic design skills (Photoshop, illustrator, fireworks e.t.c)Diploma/Degree Computer Science/Information Technology or related courseA course in software project management would be a bonusIf you feel you fit the above role, please send your CV only quoting the job title on the email subject to jobs@alternatedoors.co.ke

N.B: We do not charge any fee for receiving your CV in our database nor for interviewing.

Only candidates short-listed for interview will be contacted.For unsolicited applications,please drop your CV in our offices (Devan Plaza, Westlands 4th Floor) Monday to Friday- 3pm- 5.30pm ONLY.

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Position Title: Senior Front End Developer
Closing date: 30th  May, 2014

Position Summary: Kimetrica to recruit a Senior Front End Developer initially for a period of 1 month with a possibility to extend up to 12 months . 
 

Responsibilities include: As a Python / Django specialist, the developer will work on building an online data warehouse including REST-based import and export functionality and strong data visualization capabilities.
The Senior Developer will produce well-written code with minimal supervision; s/he should have mature judgement to know when to ask for help with a difficult issue.
H/she will conduct independent research to identify the best approach to solve new problems and document findings.
 
Required Skills and Experience:4 years+ Python including version 2.74 years+ Django Framework including version 1.5 or later, including South Migrations and UnittestJQueryHTML5/CSS3Desirable Skills and Experience:Django REST FrameworkCeleryHighChartsGitSencha/ExtJS, AngularJS, Dojo or another single-page JavaScript FrameworkPostgreSQLAmazon Web ServicesLinux (Red Hat or Ubuntu)ApacheVagrantAnsibleRedmine Reporting to the systems architect, the developer should have a strong awareness of best practice development, including Agile methodologies; maintaining security, cross-platform/modern browser compliance, accessibility, scalability and performance standards. Should believe strongly in software quality and ensure it by following agreed processes and standards, and using automated unit tests and similar tools. Should be ambitious, focused and dedicated. Should have excellent written English.Highly competitive salary packageFriendly and stimulating working environmentMajor opportunities for career growth and on-the-job learning1 month assignment with a possibility of extending up to 12 monthsAbout Kimetrica: Formed by a group of former humanitarian and development workers in 2006, Kimetrica is a social enterprise focused on providing policy-makers and project managers with the tools and skills they need to do their jobs well.  Our work centers on providing knowledge management solutions for governments, bi-lateral donors, the World Bank, and not-for-profit organizations in the areas of performance management and disaster risk reduction.   With a headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya and project support offices in Ethiopia, Moldova, and the US, Kimetrica employs 60 full-time professional staff and an extensive network of sector specialists with expertise ranging from early warning and contingency planning to social protection and research and data analysis.
To apply, please send cover letter and CV to jobs@kimetrica.com by 27th May 2014.  Please put in the subject line of your e-mail: Senior Front End Developer.  Ensure that your CV and cover letter describe your background and experience as related to the job responsibilities and skills.  Note that Kimetrica will only contact eligible candidates for interviews.

Job Title: Front End Web Developer

Reports To: New Media Team Leader

Location: Nairobi

Salary: Negotiable

Overall Job Summary: We are looking for an individual skilled in highly dynamic web interface development (HTML, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX, jQuery).

Duties and Key Responsibilities:

Extensive knowledge in HTML5 and CSS3Extensive knowledge in JavaScript/JQuery/AjaxAbility to take a PSD/mock or concept and turn it into a working experienceAbility to create user interfaces, using front-end code in HTML, CSS, JQuery, and JavaScript to interface with backend codeExperience with mobile/responsive designKnowledge of prototyping website pages3+ years of experience in web front-end developmentBachelors Degree in Computer Science, Graphic Design, or equivalentHow to Apply

Contact Person: HR Officer

Deadline: 30th May 2014

Please send Resume to: jobs@creative.co.ke

Telephone: 020-375063