Neptune Software Ltd

Associate Software Engineer (Java Programmer)

Neptune Software Ltd

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Job summary

The role is ideal for recent graduates or early career professionals passionate about building scalable applications, APIs, and mobile solutions within a collaborative engineering environment.

Min Qualification: Bachelors Experience Level: Mid level Experience Length: 2 years Language Requirement: English Working Hours: Full Time - 8 to 5 Applicant Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Job descriptions & requirements

Position: Associate Software Engineer (Java Programmer)

Company: Neptune Software (K) Limited

Job Summary

The Associate Software Engineer (Java Programmer) supports Neptune’s enterprise and mobile development initiatives by designing, developing, testing, and maintaining highquality software solutions. The role is ideal for recent graduates or earlycareer professionals passionate about building scalable applications, APIs, and mobile solutions within a collaborative engineering environment.

Role Overview

The Associate Software Engineer contributes to the full software development lifecycle, working closely with senior engineers to deliver secure, reliable, and highperformance applications. They participate in backend development, mobile application development, API integration, and production support while continuously learning and adopting modern technologies and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

Application Development

· Design, develop, test, and maintain Javabased enterprise applications

· Build RESTful APIs and backend services

· Develop and maintain crossplatform mobile applications using Flutter

Software Development Lifecycle

· Participate in SDLC activities including design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance

· Write clean, maintainable, and welldocumented code

· Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions

Integration & Performance

· Integrate applications with databases, thirdparty systems, and payment platforms

· Develop secure, scalable, and highperformance software solutions

· Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects

Continuous Improvement

· Support software deployment and production issue resolution

· Research and adopt new technologies, frameworks, and best practices

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related fields

Experience

Recent graduate or up to 2 years of software development experience

Technical Skills

Backend Development

· Java (Java SE/EE)

· Spring Boot / Spring Framework

· RESTful APIs

· Microservices Architecture

· JSON & XML

· Maven or Gradle

Mobile Application Development

· Flutter (Dart)

· Android (Java/Kotlin)

· Mobile UI/UX principles

· Mobile app integration with REST APIs

Database Technologies

· Oracle Database

· PostgreSQL

· MySQL

· SQL & PL/SQL

Web Technologies

· HTML5

· CSS3

· JavaScript

· React or Angular (advantageous)

Tools & Platforms

· Git

· Docker (advantageous)

· Linux/Unix

· IntelliJ IDEA, Eclipse, Android Studio, VS Code

Desirable Skills

· Knowledge of enterprise application integration

· Familiarity with cloud platforms

· Understanding of secure software development practices

· Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies

· Experience with payment systems, APIs, or financial applications

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities, excellent communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to learn quickly and work independently or in teams

Personal Attributes

· Passion for software development and emerging technologies

· Selfmotivated, innovative, and resultsoriented

· High level of integrity and professionalism

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

· Detailed CV

· Copies of academic and professional qualifications

· Cover letter outlining suitability for the role


Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

 

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