Software Engineer Research Scientist (Social Sciences and Impact Assessment Unit)

Overall Purpose of the Job

The Software Engineer is expected to establish agile methodologies that meet standard software engineering principles in delivering high-quality data-driven web software (with GIS integrated) that will meet icipe’s 4-H paradigm (Environmental, Plant, Human, and Animal Health Themes) expectations.

Specific Duties

 Design, implement, test, and deploy robust, secured, and containerized web-based applications in React/Angular/Node JS, Flask, or related programming languages.
 Develop and deploy web-based data-driven GIS applications using modern frameworks such as ArcGIS, Esri JavaScript API, Leaflet, OpenLayers, Python (arcpy, shapely), or related programming languages.
 Create and manage data schemas using public/internal APIs, ORMs, and PostgreSQL databases.

Requirements/Qualifications

 BSc/BA in Computer Science, Information Technology, or any other related field from a recognized University.
 Minimum of one year proven work experience in a more or less similar position.
 Previous experience at an international/ regional research organization is an added advantage.
 Strong software engineering skills.
 An understanding of web architecting, implementing, and deploying web applications.

Other Desirable Attributes

 The candidate should be able to judge any work-related problem. Regularly consults the supervisor. That is, has a self-driven and problem-solving personality.
 The Software Engineer will assist in the supervision of interns.
 Support in drafting and preparing manuscripts and communicating research findings through wellrecognized forums (e.g., conferences, meetings, and workshops) and contribute to the dissemination of research findings to stakeholders.
 Participate in local, regional, and international R&D forums.

Reporting

This position reports to the Postdoctoral Fellow, Data Management, Modelling, and Geo-Information (DMMG) Unit. 

Applications will be accepted up to 1 st September 2023

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Interested applicants should submit: (a) a confidential coverletter; (b) a detailed CV with names and addresses of 3 referees, including e-mail addresses; and (c) a statementillustrating suitability against the listed qualifications/competencies/abilities, and skills.Candidates are required to apply online through: http://recruit.icipe.org or by Email: recruitment@icipe.org

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