Software QA Engineer at Tana
Job Description
Position overview
This role will be placed with a global software company that
builds products used by enterprise IT and security teams to manage, automate,
and monitor network security policies across firewalls, cloud environments, and
other parts of the network.
As a Software QA Engineer, you will support both manual
and automated testing across UI, API, and backend functionality. You will work
closely with developers, product managers, and other QA team members to
understand requirements, identify edge cases, reproduce defects, and help
ensure product quality.
This is a strong opportunity for a junior engineer with
solid coding ability, a structured QA mindset, and the motivation to grow into
a technical QA automation role within a global engineering environment.
Responsibilities
- Write,
execute, and maintain automated and manual test cases for UI, API, and
backend functionality.
- Contribute
to and help maintain test automation frameworks and CI/CD pipeline
integrations.
- Reproduce,
document, and track defects clearly using Jira.
- Collaborate
with developers and product managers to understand requirements and flag
edge cases early.
- Monitor
test runs, triage failures, and update test documentation.
- Participate
in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, standups, and
retrospectives.
- Build
familiarity with network security concepts, including firewalls and access
policies.
- Communicate
progress, blockers, and testing updates clearly and proactively.
- Continuously
improve your technical and QA skills through feedback, practice, and
on-the-job learning.
Requirements
Must have
- Good
coding skills in Java or Python.
- 1-2
years of hands-on programming experience.
- Strong
problem-solving ability and comfort working through technical challenges.
- A
clear interest in QA and software testing.
- Strong
QA mindset, including attention to detail, structured thinking, and the
ability to identify edge cases.
- Good
communication skills, both written and verbal.
- High
motivation, coachability, and willingness to learn quickly in a technical
environment.
- Ability
to work well with developers, product managers, and other team members.
Nice to have
- Networking
or IT background, especially exposure to firewalls or firewall concepts.
- Prior
exposure to QA, software testing, or test automation.
- Experience
testing APIs, backend systems, or web applications.
- Familiarity
with Jira or similar issue-tracking tools.
- Exposure
to CI/CD pipelines or automated test runs.
Location: This is a full-time, remote role based
in Kenya. Working hours are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EAT.
Java Developer at Tana
Position Overview
We are hiring Java Software Engineers to join a global
network security software company. In this role, you will be part of a
collaborative development team responsible for building features that integrate
with customers’ network security protocols, centralising and analysing critical
security information within the platform. This is an exciting opportunity for
engineers who enjoy software development, modern software engineering
practices, and solving complex technical problems in a fast-paced and agile environment.
Responsibilities
- Design,
develop, test, and maintain software modules and services.
- Build
features that integrate with network security protocols and
infrastructure.
- Develop
scalable and maintainable Java applications within Linux environments.
- Work
closely with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders in an agile
development environment.
- Contribute
to software architecture, data modelling, and API design.
- Write
clean, efficient, and well-tested code following engineering best
practices.
- Participate
in code reviews, troubleshooting, debugging, and continuous improvement
initiatives.
- Collaborate
across teams to deliver impactful product features and enhancements.
Requirements
- 2+
years of professional Java development experience.
- Understanding
of core Java concepts and common development patterns.
- Familiarity
with Spring Framework / Spring Boot.
- Experience
working with SQL or NoSQL databases.
- Understanding
of APIs and backend service development, including familiarity with
frontend technologies.
- Experience
with software design and data modeling.
- Ability
to work effectively in agile or Scrum-based teams.
- Strong
problem-solving, communication skills and learning mindset, with
enthusiasm for growth.
Nice to have:
- Experience
with Docker or Kubernetes.
- Experience
using Java in a Linux environment.
- Familiarity
with DevOps CI/CD methodologies and tools.
- Experience
with Angular.
- Experience
with microservices and reactive programming.
Location: Remote (based in Kenya)
Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EAT
Database Administrator & Java Software Engineer Roles
Tana is currently hiring for the following two exciting career opportunities with their global clients.
1. Database Administrator (Mid-Level)
We’re looking for candidates with 4+ years of experience in
Database Administration, Database Engineering, or Data Engineering, with strong
experience in SQL Server, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), scripting, and
high-availability production systems.
Application link: https://www.careers-page.com/tanacareers/job/W359R7XW
2. Java Software Engineer
We’re seeking candidates with 2+ years of Java development experience, ideally with Spring Boot, backend/API development, databases, and agile engineering environments.
Application link: https://www.careers-page.com/tanacareers/job/63V4V5XW
Application Deadline: Thursday, 21, May 2026.
Executive Assistant to the CEO at Tana
Executive Assistant to the CEO
About us
At Tana,
we believe that your skills and your character define you – not where in the
world you were born. We empower brilliant young people in Africa to start meaningful
careers by training them for tech and data roles, and embedding them into
full-time, remote positions with companies across North America and Europe.
We’re a rapidly growing start-up headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with a vision
to change the world of work.
Position Overview
We are looking for a highly organized and proactive
Executive Assistant to support the CEO at a global logistics software company.
This role goes beyond traditional administrative support; you will act as a
force multiplier by managing priorities, streamlining operations, and
supporting business development efforts. You will operate in a fast-paced,
international environment where structure, initiative, and attention to detail
are critical.
You will own scheduling, communications, travel, and
logistics while helping maintain structure, follow-through, and operational
efficiency across a wide range of initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly
proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable balancing both strategic
coordination and day-to-day execution.
Responsibilities
- Manage
complex calendars, scheduling, and cross-timezone coordination to ensure
efficient planning and prioritization.
- Monitor
and surface important emails requiring responses or action.
- Track
action items, follow up on key deliverables, and help keep internal
priorities on track.
- Support
project coordination and administrative follow-through across ongoing
initiatives.
- Assist
with payment triage, simple invoicing, and basic payables administration.
- Conduct
sales and market research, including building outbound prospect and lead
lists.
- Maintain
organization across systems, tools, and documentation.
- Support
personal research, bookings, travel arrangements, and logistics as needed.
Requirements
- 2+
years of experience in an Executive Assistant, Operations, or similar
role.
- Strong
organizational and time management skills in fast-paced environments.
- Proactive
and solution-oriented, with the ability to anticipate needs.
- Clear
and professional written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable
using tools such as Google Workspace, calendars, CRMs, and Notion.
- Strong
research skills with attention to detail.
- Interest
in sales support or lead generation is a plus.
- Reliable,
discreet, and professional when handling sensitive information.
Location: Remote (based in Kenya)
Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM EAT