Fullstack Software Engineer at Pawa IT Solutions Ltd
Job Description
We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our team at
Pawa IT Solutions in Nairobi. You’ll help build and improve our cloud and
AI-based products that help African businesses work better.
What You’ll Do:
- Write
backend code using Python (FastAPI)
- Build
and maintain web applications using React, Vue, or Angular
- Handle
database work with MySQL and Redis
- Set up
and manage background tasks and message queues
- Work
with Docker containers
- Use
SSH for secure server access
- Help
build and improve AI features using Large Language Models (LLMs)
Requirements
- At
least 4 years of real coding experience. Please provide a portfolio of
your recent works to support this.
- Good
general knowledge of the Python language and the FastAPI framework
- Experience
with React, Vue, or Angular is required
- Good
understanding of frontend development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Experience
with SQL and NoSQL databases
- Familiarity
with Redis / RabbitMQ or similar technologies is a plus.
- Basic
understanding of AI and LLMs. If you have ever built an AI application,
even better. Please include this in your application.
- Experience
with Docker / Docker Swarm for development and production use-cases
- Knowledge
of Git for code management
- Comfortable
using Linux/SSH. Deployment on Linux servers will be a required skill.
Personal Qualities:
- Able
to work independently
- Quick
learner
- Not
afraid to try new things
- Good
team player
- Can
handle pressure and deadlines
- Willing
to learn from mistakes
Benefits
- Inclusion
into the Pawa IT Pension Plan
- Health
Insurance for yourself and your dependents
- Annual
Performance Bonus
- Free
Lunch
Cloud Engineer – Graduate Trainee at Pawa IT Solutions
Job Description
As a Graduate Trainee, you will work under the direct
mentorship of a Cloud Engineer to support our Google Cloud (GCP) and Google
Workspace clients. This is your chance to turn your side projects into
enterprise-grade solutions and kickstart your career as a Cloud Professional in
a Google Cloud Premier Partner environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as
the first point of contact for client issues related to Google Cloud and
Google Workspace.
- Investigate
technical hurdles, identify root causes, and resolve or escalate them to
the Cloud Engineer within agreed timelines (SLAs).
- Assist
in maintaining cloud environments, ensuring they adhere to security
guidelines and performance best practices.
- Assist
in deploying web applications and services onto Google Cloud Platform.
- Write
simple scripts (Python, PHP, or Java) to automate routine cloud tasks or
build small internal tools.
- Work
with the team to help document requirements for new customer projects and
migrations.
- Assist
in conducting training sessions for customers to help them utilize Google
Cloud tools effectively.
Requirements
Who You Are
- Academic
Background: Recent graduate (less than 2 years ago) or currently in the
final semester of a degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering,
or a related field.
- Proof
of Work (Required): You must have a GitHub/GitLab profile showing side
projects or school work. You should have experience deploying at least one
application to a live server or cloud environment.
Technical Foundation:
- Familiarity
with Linux/Unix commands and interacting with servers via CLI (SSH,
terminal).
- Knowledge
of basic web development (PHP, Python, Java, or Node.js).
- Basic
understanding of how the internet works (DNS, HTTP/S, IP addresses).
Soft Skills:
- Strong
problem-solving “detective” mindset.
- Excellent
written and verbal communication skills (you can explain a technical
problem to a non-technical person).
- Ability
to work in a fast-paced, “startup-vibe” environment.
Benefits
- Monthly
stipend (statutory contributions – SHA, NSSF and PAYE will be deducted)
- Free
lunch
- A
structured learning and mentorship program
- A
supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Career
growth opportunities within the Cloud & Engineering department.
Full Stack Software Engineer
Pawa IT Solutions is in a dynamic phase of growth and
development. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the
future of cloud solutions in Africa and contribute to the success of Pawa IT
Solutions as a premier technology provider.
We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our team at
Pawa IT Solutions in Nairobi. You’ll help build and improve our cloud and
AI-based products that help African businesses work better.
Demand Generation Specialist
Pawa IT Solutions seeks a creative, analytical, and
results-oriented Demand Generation Specialist to power our marketing engine.
Your core mission is to generate qualified demand across our advanced
technology solutions (Google Workspace, GCP, AI Solutions, Kandji MDM,
Chromebooks) using strategic SEO, Email Marketing, and Online Advertising
campaigns. Reporting to the Marketing Lead, you’ll be responsible for
delivering Marketing Qualified Leads (MQLs) that enable our sales team to build
a robust pipeline, and you’ll work closely with our Marketing Associate to
support and amplify our company’s brand-building initiatives.
Software Engineer Intern
We’re looking for a Software Engineer Intern to join our
team at Pawa IT Solutions in Nairobi. You’ll help build and improve our cloud
and AI-based products that help African businesses work better.
Commercial Manager
We are seeking a highly strategic and results-oriented
Commercial Manager to lead our dynamic sales team and drive significant revenue
growth across our portfolio of advanced technology solutions, including Google
Workspace, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), bespoke AI Solutions, Kandji MDM, and
Chromebooks. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will be responsible for
developing the overarching sales strategy, setting ambitious goals, and guiding
the sales team towards successful execution. This is a senior leadership role
critical to shaping the company’s commercial success and market position.