National Social Security Fund | Backend Developer (2 Positions)

Backend Developer (2 Positions)

Technology and Enterprise Solutions

JOB TITLE: Backend Developer (2 Positions)

JOB GRADE: D2

REPORTS TO: Manager Application Development

DEPARTMENT: Technology and Enterprise Solutions

DUTY STATION: Head Office

Job Purpose:

The Backend Developer is responsible for the development, maintenance, and optimisation of front-end and back-end web applications, ensuring seamless integration, high performance, security, and scalability, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver quality solutions.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

  1. Write high-quality, clean, efficient, scalable, and reusable code that meets user requirements and industry best practices.
  2. Develop and maintain front-end and back-end applications, integrating user-facing elements with server-side logic to ensure functionality, performance, and a seamless user experience.
  3. Maintain, test, and optimise back-end components for efficiency and alignment with organisational goals, write and execute unit and integration tests to validate core functionalities.
  4. Manage application deployments to UAT, pilot, and production environments using automated pipelines.
  5. Incorporate robust security measures throughout the development pipeline, ensuring compliance with organisational security policies and industry standards.
  6. Conduct peer code reviews to uphold code quality and ensure maintainable applications.
  7. Participate in Agile development practices such as sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives to improve team collaboration and project efficiency.
  8. Develop and maintain internal and external-facing APIs and integrate applications with third-party platforms to enhance application utility and stakeholder convenience.
  9. Produce and update detailed technical documentation for applications and APIs, reflecting development changes and supporting continuity.
  10. Provide technical support and training to end users, engage with internal and external stakeholders for business requirements and third-level support, manage code using Git, and contribute to innovation in organisational solutions.

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • A relevant professional qualification is an added advantage

Work Experience Requirement:

  • 5+ years of experience in software development and at least two (2) years at a supervisory level
  • 5+ years of working with backend technologies (Python, Golang, C#)
  • 4+ years of experience with open source RDBMS technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and designing efficient data models
  • 1 year of experience with DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment
  • Demonstrable experience of working with front-end technologies is an advantage
  • Basic understanding of UI/UX principles to ensure a good user experience.
  • Understanding and implementation of security protocols across both front-end and back-end.
  • Experience working in Agile environments, participating in sprints, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
  • Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues in development, ensuring optimal performance.

Interested individuals should click https://nssfuganda.jotform.com/252293694281868 to fill the application form and also attach copies of their application letter, curriculum vitae and academic qualifications addressed to the Chief People and Culture Officer  by Thursday, September 4, 2025

Please note that canvassing or lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification of the candidate, and that providing minimal information or not attaching the required documentation may lead to the disposition of your candidature due to insufficient information provided.