Fullstack Engineer - Nairobi, Kenya - BasiGo

Description

BasiGo is an e-mobility start-up looking to revolutionize the public transportation sector by providing public transport bus owners with a cost-effective electric alternative to diesel.

Roles & Responsibilities

Implement scalable and reliable software systems architectures.
Develop a suite of software applications for data acquisition, customer management, customer reporting and payments, and operations management.
Implement reliable cloud based architectures (e.g. AWS or similar solutions)
Develop interfaces to third-party software services and data systems.
Deploy tools and simple processes to facilitate QA, issue resolution, and bug tracking
Work with cross-departmental teammates to assess software development projects, define priorities and communicate status.
Participate in peer-reviews of solution designs and related code
Create system documentation

Requirements

Experience and Required Skills:

Proficiency with server-side languages such as Python, Java, or .Net, and utilizing external APIs for integration with partner systems.

Proficiency with fundamental front-end languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript and frameworks such Flutter.
Proficiency developing simple mobile applications for Android OS and iOS.
Understanding of software QA processes and a demonstrated ability to self-test and personally ensure quality for code.
Hands-on experience with relational database technology such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, RDS, etc.
Hands-on experience with non-relational database technologies such as MongoDB, DynamoDB, etc.
Experience with AWS infrastructure or other similar cloud-based infrastructure services.


Attitude and approach:

A proactive approach to work, the ability to handle multiple tasks, and to maintain a high-quality standard when working under time pressure.

Growth mindset, excited to learn and not scared of asking questions.
Self-motivated and a great team player.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills

Required qualifications

2+ years proven work experience as a Software Engineer in the automotive / public transport or related industries.
BSc in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or any related fields.
Strong technical capabilities in Flutter, Python, SQL, or R.
You have demonstrated an ability to learn continuously, work autonomously, and make decisions.