Software Developer at CIC Insurance

CIC Insurance Group Limited, commonly referred to as CIC Group, is an insurance and investment group that operates mainly in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan and Malawi

 

Software Developer

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND
  • Experience3 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldICT / Computer 

PURPOSE:

Reporting to the ICT Enterprise Systems Manager, the role holder will be responsible for developing and maintaining robust, secure, and scalable web applications that support CIC Group’s initiatives. The role involves delivering high-quality software solutions using Node.js and Next.js, ensuring alignment with the Group’s technology standards, while enhancing user experience, operational efficiency, and system integration across business units. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop performant and scalable web applications using Next.js for the frontend and Node.js for the backend.
  • Collaborate with business analysts, and other developers to gather requirements and deliver fit-for-purpose software solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and integration testing to ensure quality and adherence to coding standards.
  • Implement RESTful APIs and microservices that integrate with third-party systems and internal services.
  • Maintain technical documentation including software architecture, API specifications, and deployment guides.
  • Ensure applications are secure, optimized, and maintainable by following modern development best practices.
  • Work closely with DevOps to support continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
  • Participate in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives within an agile team environment.
  • Identify and resolve bugs and performance bottlenecks across the stack.
  • Stay current with new tools and technologies and support their adoption within the development team.

Key Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Behavioural Competencies

Academic and Professional Requirements

Education 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.

 Professional Qualifications 

  • Any professional certification – preferably in software development – is an added advantage

 Experience Required:

 Description    Required years of experience

Relevant experience 

  • Minimum of three (3) years in full-stack web development, with hands-on use of Node.js and Next.js

Skills and Competencies:

Proficiency in:-

  • Frontend: HTML, CSS, TypeScript, React.js, Next.js
  • Backend: Node.js, Express.js, REST APIs
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, Oracle
  • Version control: Git and GitHub workflows
  • Testing: Jest, Cypress, or equivalent tools

Additional Advantageous Skills:–

  • Familiarity with containerized environments (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Knowledge of authentication standards such as OAuth2 and JWT
  • Understanding of SEO and performance optimization techniques in modern web applications
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
  • Proven ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams of business analysts, developers and subject-matter experts
  • Positive attitude and willingness to continuously learn and adapt to new technologies

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Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to CIC Insurance on careers.cicinsurancegroup.com to apply

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