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Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack)

Solvo Global Kenya Type not specified Posted 2026-08-18
CountyNot specifiedCityNot specifiedContractType not specifiedPosted2026-08-18Close dateNot specifiedExperience10 yearsSourceJobOpenings.co.ke
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Solvo Global is hiring an experienced Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join its distributed engineering team in Kenya. The role involves developing web-based software across the full stack, including databases, backend services, and frontend applications for SaaS, mobile, and on-premise products. Candidates need at least 10 years of software industry experience and 5 years of expert-level JavaScript/TypeScript skills.

  • Senior full-stack role with distributed engineering team
  • Requires 10+ years software industry experience and 5+ years JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Work across SaaS, mobile, and on-premise products
  • Strong Node.js, React, AngularJS, and Vue.js skills required
  • Mentorship and code review responsibilities included
  • Cloud platform experience (AWS/Azure) is an added advantage

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Original source description

Solvo Global is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join its distributed engineering team. The successful candidate will work on web-based software across the full technology stack, including databases, backend services and frontend applications, while contributing to SaaS, mobile and on-premise software products.

The role requires a highly experienced software professional with strong expertise in modern JavaScript technologies, Node.js, software architecture, system design and application development. The successful candidate will also contribute to code quality, technical documentation, testing, security, scalability and mentoring of other developers.

Key

Responsibilities

  • Develop, maintain and debug complex software applications across multiple application layers.
  • Perform unit testing for assigned development work and ensure software meets established quality standards.
  • Prepare and maintain technical application documentation throughout different stages of the software development lifecycle.
  • Lead code reviews and provide constructive technical feedback to development team members.
  • Establish and follow software engineering standards throughout the development lifecycle.
  • Lead system design activities while ensuring security, performance, scalability and data integrity

Requirements

  • are addressed.
  • Review key
  • and technical deliverables to ensure products are cohesive, functional and aligned with business needs.
  • Work closely with Quality Assurance teams to develop comprehensive testing strategies.
  • Collaborate with other engineers and technical teams in a distributed working environment.
  • Mentor developers and share technical knowledge and expertise with team members.
  • Contribute to application modernization initiatives, particularly where legacy systems require transformation.
  • Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using modern development frameworks and technologies.
  • Support continuous improvement of software development processes, standards and practices.
  • Participate in Agile development activities and contribute to effective delivery of software projects.
  • Technical Skills and
  • Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree or equivalent professional experience.
  • At least 10 years of
  • Bachelor's degree in relevant field
  • 3+ years

Experience

Deadline: Not Specified

in the software industry, particularly in product design, architecture or software support.

At least 5 years of expert-level JavaScript/TypeScript experience.

Strong

developing complex single-page applications using modern frameworks and libraries such as AngularJS, React and Vue.js.

In-depth knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS, SCSS and related web technologies.

Strong Node.js development experience.

with RESTful web services and/or microservices, particularly Node.js and Express.

working with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure is an added advantage.

with Agile software development methodologies.

Knowledge of continuous integration and test-driven development.

Strong

with Git version control.

using Docker in Linux or OSX environments.

working with NoSQL or MultiValue (PICK) databases.

Knowledge of legacy software modernization is a significant advantage.

HCM domain knowledge is an added advantage.

Key Competencies

The ideal candidate should demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, excellent problem-solving ability and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies. The candidate should be comfortable working independently while also collaborating effectively with distributed development teams.

The role also requires someone who can take initiative, tackle complex technical challenges and provide direction and mentorship to other developers. A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills and the ability to efficiently share technical knowledge are important for success in the position.

Method of Application

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