Front End Developers (2) Back End Developer (1) Database Developer (1) Research Assistant (1)

Vacancy   November 10, 2022
Type:
Administrative
Category:
Permanent
Section:
Adminstration
Deadline:
November 18, 2022    [ Receiving Applications Closed ]

1. Front End Developer 

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and improve website (developed using React.js);
  •  Meeting with the development team to discuss user interface ideas and applications;
  • Get feedback from, and build solutions for our partners;
  • Write functional requirement documents and guides;
  • Create quality mockups and prototypes;
  • Help back-end developers with coding and troubleshooting;
  • Ensure high quality graphic standards and brand consistency;
  • Stay up-to-date on emerging technologies.Qualifications and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a similar field;
  • Previous experience working as a react.js developer preferable;
  • Best practices with modern JavaScript applications;
  • CSS frameworks;
  • HTML with accessibility;
  • Git workflow.

    2. Back End Developer 

  • We are looking for an analytical, results-driven back-end 
  • developer who will work with team members to troubleshoot
  • and improve current back-end applications and processes. 
  • You should have excellent communication, computer, and 
  • project management skills. Experience or desire to work 
  • with cloud environments is a plus.
  • Responsibilities 
  •  Work within a team to develop data warehousing solutions e.g. data sharing, data catalogues and 
  • ETLs;
  • Build APIs;
  • Maintenance - bug fixing;
  • Monitoring services and troubleshooting;
  • Responsible for deploying applications to cloud based platform, e.g. AWS using Kubernetes;
  • Participating in continuing education and training 
  • to remain current on best practices, learn new 
  • programming languages, and better assist other 
  • team members;
  • Taking lead on projects, as needed.Qualifications and Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer programming, computer science, or a related field;
  • Fluency or understanding of Java technologies (Tomcat, Apache Web Server), PHP, or Python, Node and operating systems (shell scripting) is required;
  • XML/JSON data;
  • Docker, Postgresql;
  • Testing code, maintaining deployments to the live environment (github);
  • Some experience with working in cloud based environments is preferable;
  • Use version control systems (git);
  • Excellent project and time management skills;
  • Strong problem solving and verbal and written communication skills;
  • Willingness to sit at desk for extended periods.

    3. Database Developer

  • We are looking for a qualified Database developer to 
  • design stable and reliable databases, according to our 
  • project’s needs. You will be responsible for developing, 
  • testing, improving and maintaining new and existing 
  • databases. Experience with cloud based environments is 
  • preferable.

    Responsibilities

  • Design stable, reliable and effective databases;
  • Modify databases according to requests and perform tests;
  • Solve database usage issues and malfunctions;
  • Liaise with developers to improve applications and establish best practices;
  • Gather user requirements and identify new features;
  • Develop technical and training manuals;
  • Provide data management support to users;
  • Ensure all database programs meet company and performance requirements;
  • Research and suggest new database products, services and protocols.

    Qualifications and Experience

  • Proven work experience as a Database developer
  • In-depth understanding of data management (e.g. permissions, recovery, security and monitoring);
  • Knowledge of software development and user interface web applications;
  • Hands on experience with SQL;
  • Familiarity working with JavaScript, HTML and Postgresql, Experience with R/Python is preferable
  • Excellent analytical and organization skills;
  • An ability to understand front-end users requirements and a problem-solving attitude;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • BSc degree in Computer Science or relevant field.

    4. Research Assistant / Research Associate

    Requirements

  • Academic and/or work experience related to the field of research, in this case AI and data science applications in particular but not limited to health data;
  • Experience with specialized software or datasets;
  • Interest in algorithms and AI paradigms;
  • Satisfactory academic results and progress on the project;
  • Research associates require minimum MSc awarded already by a reputable institution

    Responsibilities 

  • Plan and conduct research in Data Science/ Computer Science / AI;
  • Collect and analyze data;
  • Maintain accurate documentation for research activities;
  • Prepare materials for submission to granting agencies and foundations;
  • Provide ready access to all experimental data for the faculty researcher and/or supervisor;
  • Working with data engineers to construct and maintain databases;
  • Identifying new resources the project can use to reach their goals;
  • Request or acquire equipment or supplies necessary for the project;
  • Manage and respond to project related email;
  • Prepare, maintain, and update website materials;
  • Supervise undergraduate students working on the research project (maintaining records on assignment completion, acting as liaison/mediator between the undergraduate students and the faculty researcher);
  • Attend project meetings;
  • Attend area seminars and other meetings as necessary;
  • Summarize project results;
  • Prepare progress reports for the PI and funding agency;
  • Prepare other articles, reports, and presentations

    Qualifications and Experience

  • BSc or a MSc in Science related discipline;
  • 2 years of experience working in a research project is preferable;
  • Publication of journal articles is preferable

    METHOD OF APPLICATION

  • Applications together with copies of relevant qualifications and detailed curriculum vitae with two traceable referees and samples/examples of your work should be sent ataylor@mubas.ac.mw by Friday, 18th November, 2022 or through talentsearch@mubas.ac.mw. Candidates should indicate the position applied for in the subject line.Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.