Graduate Trainee: Software Engineering - Kenya

Cellulant Corporation · Nairobi

managerfull-time
Deadline: Thursday, 19 November 2026·Posted: 10 November 2026

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Job description

Role Overview:


We are seeking innovative, self-driven software engineers who are constantly learning, embracing new technologies, and possess a natural curiosity for the world of opportunities available to them. As a trainee, you will work closely with experienced engineers to develop, test, and maintain software applications that support our business operations. You will also receive on-the-job training and mentoring to help you build your skills and experience in software engineering.


What You'll do:


Document, design, develop and THOROUGHLY test your code. We have very high expectations of you in this.


Working in an agile environment to gain valuable experience in agile methodologies. Actively participate in agile ceremonies: scrum, sprint retros, sprint reviews e.t.c


Adopting new engineering methods and integrating them into your work processes.


Gain technical depth in knowledge of products in your team’s domain.


Developing expertise in your chosen field, whether it be Frontend OR Backend.


What we are looking for:


Candidates have experience in developing and/or consuming web services (REST ).


Demonstrable knowledge of Backend Software Development in Java.


You should demonstrate creativity, adaptability, and learning enthusiasm.


A credible git portfolio either on GitHub, Bitbucket or any other public repository.


Minimum of a Diploma majoring in Computer Science,IT, Software engineering or related fields.


Candidates who have completed their tertiary education and are awaiting graduation are invited to apply as well.


Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


Discretion. You can maintain confidentiality to company data and intellectual property.


Self-motivation to grow as a software engineer.

How to apply

** Interested and qualified? Go to Cellulant Corporation on cellulant.bamboohr.com to apply **

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