Thursday, April 12, 2012

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER JOB OPPORTUNITY AT MZOORI.COM KENYA

All of us working at Mzoori have a common goal: To connect people & businesses in Africa by developing solutions that enhance trade & improve livelihoods.


Are you passionate about helping those around you be more effective? Do you think about technology as a way to increase efficiency and change how business operates? Mzoori is seeking a talented Software Developer to join its IT team and to help build systems that enable our employees to change the world. This is for a full-time position based at our office in Nairobi, Kenya.

Responsibilities

Build robust and impactful tools and systems that enable higher productivity and trade
Design and implement web interfaces using HTML, CSS, and Javascript
MZOORI.COM SOFTWARE DEVELOPER JOB
Design and develop database driven web tools/apps utilizing a variety of technologies (i.e. Ruby/ROR, APEX/Force.com, LAMP)
Build integration points with other systems and tools utilizing web services and APIs
Identify and attack high-leverage opportunities, problems, and process improvements
Work with a variety of cross functional teams to build awesome web applications


Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
Expertise in Ruby/ROR, PHP, Java, or other programming languages
Working knowledge of Javascript frameworks such as jquery, prototype, yui
A drive to proactively identify and deploy scalable enterprise tools empowering your coworkers
Proven problem solving skills with a knack for thinking out of the box and innovation
Strong knowledge of MySQL or SQL
Experience with CodeIgniter framework, HTML5, and mobile web development highly preferred
Strong leadership and organization skills as they pertain to a project-based technical role
Accomplished experience with web services (i.e. SOAP/REST) and general integration techniques
Ability to work proficiently with minimal daily guidance and bring mature seasoned skills when working with production systems
Able to thrive in fast paced and high-pressure environment
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Demonstrated experience presenting technology recommendations from a business perspective.

How To Apply

Please email your Cover Letter, CV, Portfolio, and any other attachments to jobs@mzoori.com with the subject “Software Developer Job Application”.

Benefits

Successful candidates will receive a competitive remuneration package. Mzoori will offer you great benefits and perks to make sure that your life is satisfying as you work.



Equal Opportunity Employer

Mzoori is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to ethnicity, race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected under the Laws of the Republic of Kenya.