Industry: Fintech/ Telecommunications
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Reports To: Software Engineer/CTO
Position Summary:
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Trainee – Software Engineer to join our Engineering team. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in both frontend and backend development, working closely with senior developers and system architects to support the development of our Free SWITCH-based call center solution. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a young professional with up to 1 year of experience to build technical expertise, contribute to innovative projects, and grow into a future software engineering leader in the SaaS/VoIP space.
Key Responsibilities:
Frontend Development Support
- Assist in developing user interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
- Ensure responsive design and cross-browser compatibility.
- Collaborate with designers to transform wireframes into high-quality, functional code.
Backend Development Support
- Support the development and maintenance of backend services using Node.js and Python.
- Assist in implementing RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and real-time communication protocols.
- Learn to integrate FreeSWITCH with backend services and manage databases (SQL/NoSQL).
Learning & Collaboration
- Work under the guidance of senior developers to implement new features and system enhancements.
- Participate in code reviews, team discussions, and quality assurance testing.
- Troubleshoot and resolve basic issues across frontend and backend with mentorship.
- Maintain documentation of assigned tasks, code, and processes.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- 1 year of professional experience in software development (internship or project-based experience acceptable).
- Basic understanding of JavaScript and Node.js; exposure to Python is an advantage.
- Familiarity with frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
- Knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and APIs.
- Eagerness to learn VoIP technologies (SIP, RTP, FreeSWITCH) and cloud-based architectures.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to new technologies.