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Job Summary

Job Title:
Software Developer
Employer:
Uganda Christian University (UCU)
Location:
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Information Technology Jobs
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Tuesday, 5 August 2025

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About the Organisation

Software Developer job at Uganda Christian University (UCU) | Apply Now

Mukono, Uganda

Uganda Christian University (UCU) is a premier private higher education institution established in 1997 by the Church of Uganda with the mission to equip students for productive, holistic lives of Christian faith and service, combining academic excellence with spiritual development. Renowned for its integrity, high academic standards, and commitment to ethical leadership, UCU has earned national and international recognition as a center of excellence in education.

The university fosters a values-driven work culture grounded in faith, respect, and intellectual engagement, offering staff a supportive environment for career advancement, research, and continuous learning. UCU provides a variety of academic and administrative job opportunities with flexible arrangements that encourage work-life balance and community engagement.

Originating as Bishop Tucker Theological College, UCU has grown into a comprehensive university with multiple campuses, offering diverse programs in theology, law, business, education, social sciences, and technology. Its innovative approach integrates modern teaching methods, digital learning platforms, and partnerships with global institutions to enhance academic delivery and relevance. With thousands of students and alumni across Uganda and beyond, UCU's influence extends through its vast academic network and outreach programs.

Guided by core values of Christ-centeredness, excellence, integrity, diligence, and stewardship, UCU also invests in community development, environmental sustainability, and youth empowerment through its active corporate social responsibility efforts. For more information, visit the university’s website at www.ucu.ac.ug.

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5 Aug 2025

Job Title

Software Developer job at Uganda Christian University (UCU)

Uganda Christian University (UCU)

Job Description

Job Title:  Software Developer (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: Uganda Christian University (UCU)

Duty Station:  Mukono, Uganda

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

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How to Apply

The main duties of Software Developer include:

  • Design and implement computer application systems, modules and any software components needed to support UCU Alpha MIS project and any other software development project.

  • Develop systems and module graphical interfaces, web modules, database modules, application reports and statistics, and any software components needed to deliver complete and functional applications systems required in the UCU Alpha MIS.

  • Perform all necessary software maintenance, including coding, testing, debugging, upgrading and modifications of software.

  • Apply software development methodologies as directed by the Senior Developer to develop, implement and test systems and software components.

  • Design, develop and implement systems and software technical specifications based on business requirements provided by the Senior Software Developer or Technical Manager.

  • Develop and maintain systems and software documentation in order to facilitate maintenance and upgrade activities.

  • Provide the necessary technical support and work on a team basis to all members of the MIS team to accomplish the software development and implementation tasks.

  • Contribute technical and professional knowledge and experience to improve UCU MIS Web Portal operations, systems integration and technical platform.

  • Develop and provide a monthly software project status report describing the development of the above activities and any issues that may emerge, with conclusions and recommendations.

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  • A University degree in Computer Science or a related field from a recognized institution, or an international professional certificate in a software development language such as JAVA, C++, Python, etc.

  • At least 2 years working experience as a Software Developer on enterprise-level projects

  • Extensive knowledge in Web portal development, JavaScript, Encryption, JAVA, HTML5, JSON, XML, AJAX, and Linux/UNIX.

  • Extensive knowledge in development frameworks Java Server Faces (JSF), Spring, ReactJS, Angular, Bootstrap and Ruby on Rails.

  • Experience in developing Content Management Systems (CMS) Software.

  • The applicant must have written demonstrable and professional code preferably on some enterprise-level/large application(s).

  • Proven database programming with PostgreSQL,Oracle, MySQL, MongoDB and database optimization (expert level)

  • Mobile development experience will be an added advantage.

  • Applicant should have a strong background in systems design and implementation (UML, modeling and documentation), including knowledge and experience with systems lifecycle development methodologies especially agile methodologies.

  • Strong and effective inter-personal and communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of staffs.

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