Job type: Full-time
VISIONFUND TANZANIA MICROFINANCE BANK LTDVACANCIES
VisionFund Tanzania Microfinance Bank Ltd (VFT MFB) formerly known as SEDA is a fast growing and reputable Micro Finance Bank (MFB), has a loan book of more than TZs. 44 billion and more than 60,000 customer base, more that 5,000 of them being small holder farmers. VFT-MFB is seeking to employ a dynamic and committed Tanzanian young men & women who have passion for people’s economic development to fill in the vacant position detailed here below;
Work Reference No. 15/24.
Position: Software Developer
Reporting to: IT Project Manager
Responsibility:
The Software Developer is a critical dual-role position responsible for both the development and maintenance of software applications and the administration of IT systems at VisionFund Microfinance Bank Tanzania. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of software development, system administration, and the integration of both to effectively support the organization’s mission of delivering financial services to underserved communities. The IT Solutions Engineer will work closely with various teams to ensure that IT solutions are efficient, secure, and aligned with the bank’s strategic objectives.
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain software solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with a dynamic team to deliver high- quality, scalable software applications that meet both customer needs and business objectives.
Main tasks:
- Software Design & Development: Design, develop, test, and deploy software applications and
- API Integration: Design and implement APIs to facilitate seamless integration with third- party services and internal
- Programming & Coding: Write clean, scalable, and efficient code using programming languages such as PHP, Python, Java, C#, JavaScript, or others based on project requirements. Use of Content Management System e. CodeIgniter and the like
- Databases: Optimize and maintain database systems, ensuring data integrity and performance. The use of SQL and Non-SQL is the must
- Testing & Debugging: Perform regular testing and debugging to ensure software meets functional and performance standards.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including designers, project managers, and other developers to deliver features that enhance user
- System Maintenance: Troubleshoot, maintain, and upgrade existing software systems to ensure their reliability, security, and efficiency.
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including software design specifications, installation guides, and user
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or Advance Diploma in Software
- Experience: More than 4 years’ experience as a Software Developer, Software
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., PHP, Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, )
- Familiarity with databases (SQL and Non-SQL), APIs, and web
- Knowledge of software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
- Experience with version control systems like
- Use of Content Management System
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when
- Time Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
Other attributes:
- Highly developed sense of reliability and correctness
- Very good communication skills
- Possess Innovative and analytical skills
- Very good planning skills
- Good team player
- High level of Integrity and Ethical
- Must have above average skills in using Micro Soft office applications
- Must be a self-starter, highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented
About our working environment & organization culture:
VisionFund Tanzania Microfinance Bank has a calm and harmonious working environment where staffs are highly valued. Good work is recognized and rewarded accordingly and there is an opportunity to grow professionally and spiritually.
VisionFund Tanzania Microfinance Bank takes our Safeguarding responsibilities seriously and is committed to providing an environment that is safe from harm or abuse for adults, including clients, as well as children. Candidates will undergo criminal record and background/ reference check prior to employment.
Female applicants are particularly encouraged to apply!!
Mode of Application:
This is Full-time Job, Interested and suitably qualified individuals should;
- Forward their application letter, attaching certified copies of their academic and professional certificates, detailed CV’s with three referees and National ID to [email protected]
- All applications should be addressed to;
The Chief Executive Officer,
VisionFund Tanzania Microfinance Bank Limited
P.O. Box 1546,
Arusha, TANZANIA.
- The position should be the subject of the email
- The deadline for the application is on 25th October,
N.B. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Disclaimer
VisionFund Tanzania Microfinance Bank would like to inform the general public that it has not engaged any consultant/agent to conduct recruitment on its behalf.
