Specialist - Application Development at Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi, Kenya

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    Specialist - Application Development

    Aga Khan University HospitalNairobi, Kenya

    Posted

    2 days ago

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    28 Aug

    Full Time
    On Site
    Mid
    Healthcare, Medical & Pharmaceutical
    IT & Software

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    Job Description

    To develop, implement and support software applications in accordance with information systems requirements of the organization and ensure that software applications are available for use 24/7.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Develop and implement In-house software applications by gathering system requirements, designing, developing, and implementation of the system.
    • Analyze system issues reported by users and provide solutions.
    • Develop systems documentation for In-house Applications in use.
    • Conduct Quality assuranceQA Testing for Business Application modules before deployment.
    • Coordinate UAT User Acceptance Testing with the business process team.
    • Develop and support system integration interfaces.
    • Work with the Infrastructure team and Database administrators to ensure that Databases and applications are backed up for business continuity.
    • Ensure availability of software applications to users and resolve system issues reported.

    Required Qualifications

    • University degree in Computer science or information Sciences and/or minimum Diploma in Computer science or equivalent Professional Qualification in Systems analysis and Design Desirable.
    • Microsoft Professional certifications or Oracle Certifications are desirable.
    • Minimum of 3 year's experience in supporting an internal programming/intranet environment with solid experience in Business Applications support.
    • At least 2 years of programming experience in .NET, Microsoft .NET technologies, Oracle RDBMS and SQL Server.
    • Solid experience in Microsoft technologies especially as applicable to Web Applications and Mobile applications development.
    • Self-motivated, enjoy problem-solving, solution development, and system integration challenges, and excels in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
    • Good troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently and proactively.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication; effective liaison skills and the ability to work with a wide range of professionals in various disciplines.
    • Good Customer service skills and results-oriented with attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
    • Professional grooming and self-presentation.

    Job Details

    Job Function

    IT & Software

    Minimum Experience

    3 years

    Education Level

    Bachelor’s Degree

    Area of Study

    Computer Science

    Field of Study

    Computer Science

    Languages

    English

    Additional Information

    How to Apply: Interested and qualified? Go to Aga Khan University Hospital on aku.taleo.net to apply.

    Show Integration & UAT Discipline Before You Walk Into the Interview

    Application development roles at a hospital demand more than just coding chops — they want proof you can keep systems running 24/7, coordinate user testing, and document everything. Hiring teams for this post will probe how you handle production incidents and liaise with clinical and business staff.

    1. Map your.NET and Oracle projects to business outcomes: On your CV, don't just list technologies — show how your work improved uptime, cut response times, or streamlined a workflow. For example, mention a system you built that reduced manual data entry by 30%.

    2. Prepare a UAT war story: Be ready to walk through a time you coordinated user acceptance testing. Talk about how you gathered feedback, prioritized issues, and got sign-off from business teams. Hiring managers want to see you can manage stakeholders, not just code.

    3. Brush up on 24/7 support scenarios: Expect questions about handling system outages or critical bugs after hours. Describe your troubleshooting process step-by-step, and mention any on-call experience you have.

    4. Show your documentation habits: Since the role requires systems documentation, bring samples of technical docs, design specs, or user guides you've written. Clean, clear documentation signals you're organized and think about maintainability.

    5. Demonstrate integration experience: The job involves developing integration interfaces. Highlight any work with APIs, middleware, or data exchange between systems. Be specific about the technologies and protocols you used.

    6. Tailor your answers to healthcare context: Even if you haven't worked in healthcare, show you understand the stakes: patient data confidentiality, system reliability, and regulatory compliance. Mention awareness of data protection principles.

    7. Prepare for technical tests: Be ready for a coding test or technical interview covering.NET, SQL, and Oracle. Review common algorithms, database queries, and debugging techniques. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud.

    8. Ask sharp questions about the environment: In your interview, ask about the team structure, the systems you'll support, and how they handle change management. This shows you're thinking about the real-world challenges of the role.

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    Tags

    .NET
    Oracle
    SQL Server
    Web Applications
    Mobile Applications