Software Engineer

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and enhance Montran’s market infrastructure software solutions as part of a delivery team.
  
• Testing and QA.
  
• Document deliverables.
  
• Maintenance and support.
  
• Working in our Nairobi office in a dynamic environment, ensuring tight collaboration within the team and with cross-office teams.
  
• Work under the direction and supervision of the Lead Senior Software Engineer.

REQUIREMENTS:

Skills & knowledge: 

• Demonstrable knowledge of data structures, algorithms, concurrency, and software engineering fundamentals.
  
• Demonstrable grasp of OOP principles.
  
• Proficiency in Java (Jakarta EE and Spring Boot knowledge is a plus).
  
• Demonstrable knowledge of relational databases and SQL.
  
• Demonstrable knowledge of web technologies.
  
• A strong work ethic, curiosity, and a collaborative mindset.
  
• Strong spoken and written English communication skills.
  
• A Strong and effective team player able to take and carry out instructions effectively under direction of the Lead Senior Software Engineer.

Added advantages:

• Demonstrable ability to understand and evolve existing codebases – strong debugging and code comprehension skills.
  
• Demonstrable knowledge of Docker, Linux and Gradle is a plus.
  
• Multi-lingual. English + (French, Portuguese or Spanish).
  
• Familiarity with financial systems, payment solutions & platforms.
  
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science. 
  
• Additional Certifications in Software Engineering + related specializations are an added advantage.
• Experience: 2-4 years of professional experience as a Java Software Engineer.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU:

• Personal and professional growth in a highly dynamic business organization with a strong international footprint.
  
• Considerable opportunity for career growth through in-house training, continuous learning and collaborative partnerships with Montran’s global tech teams.
  
• High likelihood of intra-Africa travel to serve clients and the occasional international trip.
  
• Working for a company with strong family values.
  
• Expanded networks of committed professionals across the globe.
  
• A competitive remuneration and benefits package. 
  
• Global impact working on national-level solutions that impact millions of lives.