Junior Software Developer
Posted: By:Hiring Kenya
Job Description
Learn and Grow as a Developer
- Participate in hands-on training and mentorship with experienced developers
- Learn the tools, systems, and workflows used across the development team
- Build skills in web development, automation, debugging, testing, and AI-assisted workflows
- Continuously strengthen both technical and professional capabilities
Support Web, Automation, and AI Projects
- Contribute to internal web applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frontend frameworks
- Assist in maintaining and improving applications built on modern web and backend platforms
- Support automation initiatives and RPA-related workflows with team guidance
- Participate in projects that integrate AI capabilities into internal tools and business processes
- Use AI tools responsibly to assist with research, prototyping, documentation, testing, and development activities
Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams
- Work closely with developers and business teams on project tasks and deliverables
- Participate in team meetings, planning sessions, and code reviews
- Ask thoughtful questions, apply feedback, and contribute ideas for continuous improvement
- Help identify practical opportunities to improve workflows using automation and AI
Help Maintain Quality and Documentation
- Assist with troubleshooting bugs and resolving application issues
- Support testing, QA, deployment, and monitoring activities
- Create and maintain technical documentation and process notes
- Document repeatable workflows and internal best practices
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field OR
bootcamp training, internship experience, academic projects, or equivalent hands-on experience - Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
- Strong interest in web development, automation, AI, and emerging technologies
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Good communication and collaboration skills
- Eagerness to learn, grow, and respond positively to feedback
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to React or another modern frontend framework
- Familiarity with Git or other version control tools
- Interest in automation technologies, RPA, or AI-assisted development
- Exposure to testing, QA, or debugging practices
- Familiarity with modern development, design, or collaboration tools
- Experience using AI tools for coding assistance, workflow support, research, or analysis
- Personal, academic, internship, or freelance projects that demonstrate initiative and continuous learning
What Success Looks Like
Successful candidates in this role will:
- Continuously develop technical skills and confidence
- Contribute meaningfully to team projects with appropriate support
- Write clear, maintainable code and documentation
- Collaborate effectively with teammates and stakeholders
- Take ownership of assigned tasks and deliver reliably
- Learn how to use automation and AI tools thoughtfully to improve quality and efficiency
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