Backend Developer (Django Developer)
2026-03-11T09:54:42+00:00
viewtech limited kenya
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
Computer & IT, Science & Engineering
2026-03-12T17:00:00+00:00
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Company Overview
ViewTech Limited (“ViewTech”) is a financial technology company operating as a mobile money payment service provider (PSP) authorized and regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya (“CBK”). Our vision is to unlock opportunities for people and business through seamless financial solutions.
Job Overview
We are looking for a talented Django Developer with at least 3 years of experience to design, develop, and maintain high-quality web applications. The ideal candidate is proficient in Python and the Django framework, with a strong understanding of web development principles, RESTful APIs, and database management. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, efficient, and user-friendly solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain web applications using Django and Python.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end and third-party services.
- Write clean, maintainable and efficient code following best practices.
- Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
- Collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and product managers to deliver cohesive solutions.
- Perform unit testing and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Manage database schemas and queries using ORM (e.g., Django ORM) and SQL.
- Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance development processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of professional experience in web development with Django and Python.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Django framework, and related libraries.
- Experience with RESTful API development and integration.
- Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Django ORM.
- Familiarity with front-end technologies (ReactJs,NextJs, JavaScript) for collaboration with front-end teams.
- Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
- Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, unittest) for ensuring code quality.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker.
- Knowledge of front-end frameworks (e.g., ReactJs,NextJs).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
- Develop and maintain web applications using Django and Python.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end and third-party services.
- Write clean, maintainable and efficient code following best practices.
- Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
- Collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and product managers to deliver cohesive solutions.
- Perform unit testing and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Manage database schemas and queries using ORM (e.g., Django ORM) and SQL.
- Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance development processes.
- Python
- Django framework
- RESTful API development and integration
- Relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
- Django ORM
- Front-end technologies (ReactJs, NextJs, JavaScript)
- Git
- Testing frameworks (pytest, unittest)
- Problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of professional experience in web development with Django and Python.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Django framework, and related libraries.
- Experience with RESTful API development and integration.
- Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Django ORM.
- Familiarity with front-end technologies (ReactJs,NextJs, JavaScript) for collaboration with front-end teams.
- Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
- Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, unittest) for ensuring code quality.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker.
- Knowledge of front-end frameworks (e.g., ReactJs,NextJs).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
JOB-69b13be2d994d
Vacancy title:
Backend Developer (Django Developer)
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, Category: Computer & IT, Science & Engineering]
Jobs at:
viewtech limited kenya
Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, March 12 2026
Duty Station:
Nairobi, Kenya | Nairobi
Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 11 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Company Overview
ViewTech Limited (“ViewTech”) is a financial technology company operating as a mobile money payment service provider (PSP) authorized and regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya (“CBK”). Our vision is to unlock opportunities for people and business through seamless financial solutions.
Job Overview
We are looking for a talented Django Developer with at least 3 years of experience to design, develop, and maintain high-quality web applications. The ideal candidate is proficient in Python and the Django framework, with a strong understanding of web development principles, RESTful APIs, and database management. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, efficient, and user-friendly solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain web applications using Django and Python.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end and third-party services.
- Write clean, maintainable and efficient code following best practices.
- Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
- Collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and product managers to deliver cohesive solutions.
- Perform unit testing and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Manage database schemas and queries using ORM (e.g., Django ORM) and SQL.
- Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards.
- Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to enhance development processes.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 3+ years of professional experience in web development with Django and Python.
- Strong proficiency in Python, Django framework, and related libraries.
- Experience with RESTful API development and integration.
- Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and Django ORM.
- Familiarity with front-end technologies (ReactJs,NextJs, JavaScript) for collaboration with front-end teams.
- Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
- Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., pytest, unittest) for ensuring code quality.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker.
- Knowledge of front-end frameworks (e.g., ReactJs,NextJs).
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes.
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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