About Jumia:

Jumia believes that technology has the potential to transform everyday life in Africa for the better. Jumia was built to help consumers access millions of goods and services conveniently and at the best prices while opening up a new way for sellers to reach consumers and grow their businesses.

Listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in 2019, Jumia is the leading e-commerce company in Africa, operating in 11 countries. The Jumia platform consists of a marketplace, which connects sellers with consumers, a logistics service, which enables the shipment and delivery of packages from sellers to consumers, and a payment service, JumiaPay, which offers a safe and easy solution to facilitate online payment transactions. The company offers goods across a broad range of categories, such as phones and electronics, home appliances, fast-moving consumer goods, fashion and beauty.

What you will be doing

  • Assist in developing and maintaining backend services and APIs using Golang, Python, or PHP
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new features and improve existing ones
  • Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices in software development
  • Help optimize database queries and improve application performance
  • Assist in troubleshooting and debugging issues in production environments
  • Contribute to the development of internal tools and automation scripts
  • Learn and apply software design patterns and principles in an e-commerce context
  • Participate in agile development processes and team meetings

What we are looking for

  • Fresh graduates or currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
  • Strong interest in backend development and e-commerce technologies
  • Basic knowledge of at least one of the following languages: Golang, Python, or PHP
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git)
  • Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
  • Basic knowledge of databases (SQL and NoSQL)
  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies quickly
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills in English

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with web development frameworks (e.g., Gin for Golang, Django for Python, or Laravel for PHP)
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud)
  • Understanding of e-commerce concepts and challenges
  • Experience with unit testing and test-driven development
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies (e.g., Docker)

Join Jumia's tech team and be part of the digital revolution transforming commerce in Africa. Apply now to kickstart your career in software development in an exciting e-commerce context!

We Offer:

  • A unique experience in an entrepreneurial, yet structured environment
  • A unique opportunity of having strong impact in building the African e-commerce sector
  • The opportunity to become part of a highly professional and dynamic team
  • An unparalleled personal and professional growth as our longer term objective is to train the next generation of leaders

 

 
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