Vacancy at Computer Warehouse Group Plc – Nigeria

One of the fastest growing information and communication technology companies in Africa today. We offer integrated ICT solutions that add value to the operations of diverse clientele, using highly skilled and well motivated workforce. We work with best-in-class partners and technologies from all over the world.

We comprise three divisions, each with expertise in one of the three information technology disciplines, plus an IT training and certification centre.

CWL Systems specialises in the supply and maintenance of computer hardware and ancillary equipment. It commands a share of over 15% of the computer systems market in Nigeria with a strong foray into the Ghanaian and the larger West African market.

DCC Networks dedicates itself to VSAT, Metropolitan Area Network, Wide Area Network, Systems Integration and Network Monitoring and Management.

DEVELOPER

JOB DESCRIPTION
Take a product through the entire life-cycle of analysis, design, coding, testing and implementation and support
Implement all aspects of an application design – high performance design, coding, caching mechanisms, security, encryption, state management, error logging, debugging, scalability, code reviews, development environment configuration, and testing
Perform unit and system level testing on applications
Provide Client Support on technical problems.
Ensure robust, scalable and sustainable architecture for software projects.
Provide regular reports on status of assigned projects.
Ability to work as lead developer/team lead on new or existing projects.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Skills:
Strong skills in Java programming
Strong understanding of Design Patterns
Strong background in OOP, UML, Object Oriented analysis and design
Application design tools/frameworks, e.g. Spring, Ant, Eclipse, Maven, Hibernate, JPA etc.
Strong background using tomcat, glassfish, jboss, jetty or related
Experience with REST web services is a must.
Experience working in high performing development teams using Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools
Experience with various code versioning systems, such as Subversion or git
Design and implement data models and data access layer for new product functionality
Ability to multi-task and switch context to changing priorities in a highly dynamic environment
Excellent troubleshooting skills, especially in a complex application stacks
Proficient in written and spoken English
Having experience in Test Driven Development
Mobile Platform is a plus.
C programming background is a plus.

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer science or related field. Second class upper or above is an added advantage.
At least 3-4 years working experience as a core developer

TO APPLY
All applications must be sent to cwg.hr@cwlgroup.com within a week and emails must have the title of the job being applied for. Only successful applicants will be contacted. Applicants must state working telephone numbers at which they can be reached during office hours.

DUE DATE: 22 April, 2015