Global Health Informatics Institute (GHII)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
The Global Health Informatics Institute (GHII) is a non-profit organization working at the intersection of science, engineering, and global health to address problems of global health importance through the development of local solutions and capacity (https://www.ghii.org). GHII is committed to fostering a strong internal support structure to maintain efficient and impactful operations across its various projects.
We are looking for suitably qualified, passionate, hardworking, and enthusiastic individuals to fill the position of Software Engineer.
Position: Software Engineer (Grade 16.40)
Purpose: The main role of the Software Engineer for the Global Health Informatics Institute is to apply principles and techniques of engineering, mathematics, and computer science to the design, development and testing of software applications for GHII projects.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs to support frontend applications.
- Develop and optimize server-side logic, algorithms, and data structures.
- Participate in the integration of systems to the Ministry of Health’s (MoH) reporting platforms.
- Ensure data integrity, security, and performance.
- Apply principles of UI/UX to develop interactive and user-friendly user interfaces using modern frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks).
- Optimize frontend performance and responsiveness.
- Ensure cross-platform compatibility and accessibility.
- Participate in the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines.
- Collaborate with the infrastructure team to optimize system resources.
- Conduct thorough code reviews and testing to ensure code quality and reliability.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of technical documentation.
- Participate in Agile development methodologies (e.g., Scrum).
Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. A Masters degree in a related field will have an added advantage.
- Proven experience in back-end development, with a strong command of programming languages such as Python and frameworks like Django.
- Experience in front-end design and development using Figma and JavaScript Frameworks.
- Experience in implementing security protocols, authentication mechanisms, and data encryption.
- Solid understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)
- Demonstrable understanding of continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Strong problem-solving skills using data structures and algorithms, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Prior experience in digital health systems development in Malawi is a plus.
Method Of Application
Qualified and interested candidates are requested to submit their applications including an updated CV and scanned copies of relevant degree certificates through our website at: https://www.ghii.org/opportunities/career-opportunities The deadline for receiving applications is Monday, 30th June 2025.
GHII is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of gender, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, age, or any other protected characteristic. We embrace diversity and believe that inclusivity in the workplace is essential to our success and we are committed to creating a work environment where all employees are
To apply for this job please visit www.ghii.org.