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Job Summary

Job Title:
Software Engineer – Backend
Employer:
Raising The Village (RTV)
Location:
Mbarara, Uganda
Country:
Uganda
Contract Type:
Full Time
Job Category:
Information Technology
Number of Positions:
1
Deadline:
Wednesday, 23 July 2025

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Software Engineer – Backend job at Raising The Village (RTV) | Apply Now

Mbarara, Uganda

Full Time

Are you looking for Information Technology jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Software Engineer – Backend job at Raising The Village (RTV)

Deadline: 

23 Jul 2025

About the Organisation

Raising The Village is a purpose-driven international non-profit organization committed to ending ultra-poverty in remote, rural communities by providing holistic, data-driven, and scalable solutions that address core needs such as income generation, healthcare, water, education, and infrastructure. With a strong reputation for impactful programming and sustainable development, Raising The Village is recognized for its innovative "last-mile" service delivery model that accelerates community development through partnerships with local governments and grassroots leadership. Since its inception in 2012, the organization has expanded significantly, working with over 800 villages and reaching more than one million people across Uganda.

The organization fosters a collaborative and values-driven work culture that prioritizes inclusivity, compassion, transparency, and excellence, offering meaningful job opportunities with competitive benefits, professional development, and flexible work arrangements for both local and international talent. By leveraging technology, continuous learning, and rigorous monitoring and evaluation, Raising The Village ensures its interventions create measurable impact and long-term resilience for underserved populations. Its core values—equity, impact, innovation, integrity, and community—are embedded in every project and partnership. As part of its commitment to corporate social responsibility, the organization prioritizes sustainability, capacity building, and community ownership to ensure lasting change. For more information, visit www.raisingthevillage.org.

Job Title

Software Engineer – Backend job at Raising The Village (RTV)

Raising The Village (RTV)

Job Description

Position: Software Engineer – Backend

Organization: Raising The Village (RTV)

Location: Mbarara, Uganda

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 4+ Years

Travel Requirement: Up to 10%

Reports To: Senior Software Engineer – Backend

About the Role

Raising The Village (RTV) is looking for a skilled and mission-driven Backend Software Engineer to join our growing tech team. In this role, you’ll help design, build, and maintain backend services that power our web and mobile applications. You’ll work closely with a cross-functional team—including frontend, DevOps, QA, and product colleagues—to deliver secure, scalable, and user-friendly solutions that directly support our mission to end ultra-poverty.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

1. Backend Development

  • Develop and maintain scalable backend systems and APIs using PHP Laravel and Node.js.

  • Build RESTful and GraphQL endpoints for seamless cross-platform integration.

  • Optimize systems for performance, scalability, and reliability.

2. System Architecture & Infrastructure

  • Contribute to system design with a focus on modularity, maintainability, and service reuse.

  • Participate in microservices development, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and integration.

  • Support cloud infrastructure planning and automation using AWS and Terraform.

3. Database Management

  • Design and manage efficient database schemas (SQL/NoSQL).

  • Optimize data queries and indexing for performance.

  • Ensure consistency, availability, and security of data.

4. Security & Compliance

  • Implement and maintain secure coding practices and data protection measures.

  • Ensure systems meet industry compliance standards.

5. Collaboration & Documentation

  • Write clear technical documentation for code, APIs, systems, and workflows.

  • Participate in agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprints, reviews).

  • Offer mentorship and peer support within the team.

6. Support & Feedback

  • Provide Level 2 technical support for escalated issues.

  • Work with QA and DevOps teams to resolve bugs and performance issues.

  • Support onboarding, write usage guides, and gather user feedback for continuous improvement.

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Education & Experience:

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

  • 4+ years of backend development experience with a proven project portfolio.

Technical Proficiency:

  • PHP Laravel and Node.js (Express.js).

  • RESTful and GraphQL APIs.

  • Microservices architecture; containerization with Docker/Kubernetes.

  • AWS cloud infrastructure and deployment practices.

  • SQL and NoSQL database management and optimization.

  • CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD).

  • Strong understanding of secure coding, authentication protocols, and OOP principles.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong collaboration and communication abilities.

  • Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.

  • Self-motivated with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

  • Commitment to integrity, innovation, and delivering impact through technology.

How to Apply

Apply by: July 23, 2025

Raising The Village is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.

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