Software Engineer Intern is someone who is responsible for contributing to software design and software development. Software Engineer Intern collaborates with other team members in creating secure and reliable software solutions

John Snow, Inc. (JSI) is a public health management firm, headquartered in the United States, dedicated to improving the health of individuals and communities throughout the world. JSI has been implementing public health work in Ethiopia for over 25 years.

JSI is implementing the five-year Digital Health Activity in Ethiopia, which is funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The purpose of this Activity is to support the Government of Ethiopia (GOE) to improve the quality of health services and create a sustainable health care system through the use of data for decision making, as well as to provide similar services to other countries in Africa or to respond to a crisis in Ethiopia (as needed). The primary objectives of the Activity are to 1) support information technology systems and data repository at all levels; 2) build a culture of data use; and 3) improve capacity and governance of MOH health information systems management.

One of the key value in DHA is contributing to the society on building technical capacity to new graduate students through an internship program. They will get a chance to work on some real world problems with the technical team which gives them a platform to learn and contribute at the same time. Intern Engineer is a member of the development team, with responsibility for the development, validation and release of project software. He/she works closely with the Lead Software Engineer, Product Owner, Business Analysts and other staff in order to understand business problems and develop software solutions. The position requires critical thinking, troubleshooting and solving complex technical problem skills. He/she is also responsible for ensuring the smooth running of activities and compliance with JSI policies and regulations.

Responsibilities:

Specific responsibilities of the Software Engineer will include, but is not limited to the following:

Work with Project Managers, Product Owners and other staff to understand user requirements and design, develop, test and document software that meet these requirements

Document and demonstrate solutions by developing documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments and clear code

Efficiently execute the full lifecycle of software development

Write well designed, testable and efficient codes and integrate software components into a fully functional software system

Develop software verification plans and quality assurance procedures

Document code consistently throughout the development process by listing a description of the program, special instructions, and any changes made to the system

Respond promptly and professionally to bug reports

Tailor and deploy software tools, processes and metrics

Provide expert advice to the project team to execute user requirements from stand-point of complying with project plans and industry standards

Prepare and install solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming

●        Provide timely reports to the supervisor on activity status and issues

●        Occasional travel to user sites to assess product and project performance

●        Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Applicants for this position should possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related fields with 3.5 or more cumulative CGPA

• Familiarity with software development methodology and release processes is required

• Must have deep knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL and ORM technologies

• Knowledge on working with web frameworks and language (Angularjs, JavaScript, jQuery, .Net core, NodeJS) is required

• Mastery in software engineering tools, especially working on the process of software development using agile methodology is required

• Strong ability to think creatively and strategically

• Excellent written and verbal English; proficiency in Amharic

• Proficiency in common computer packages (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel) relevant to the work

• Use of project management tools like JIRA, Trello, Slack is desirable

How to Apply

Fill out the online application form using this form: Online application form. and Submit your resume and cover letter to dhtechnicaljobs@jsi.com

Note: If you don’t fill the online application form, your application will not be considered

NB. You must include the name of the position you are applying for in the subject line of the email