Bernsoft Java Software Developer Job in Kenya

Title: Java Software Developer
Division:  Technical & Operations Division
 Reports to: Technical & Operations Manager

Role Summary

Bernsoft is seeking Java developers to join our development team. Job responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining our Laboratory Information System software applications.

Main Duties:

Defines site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.Designs and develops user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout development life cycle; determining design methodologies and tool sets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.Creates multimedia applications by using authoring tools.Completes applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.Supports users by developing documentation and assistance tools.Updates job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.To provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations, particularly in terms of Quality and Timeliness in line with departmental standards, procedures and guidelines.To provide follow up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction with products and / or services providedTo communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, investigating, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments and divisions within the organization to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability.A successful candidate should have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and be highly motivated, independent, and creative. Knowledge of Java, Java Applets, Web Programming Skills, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Web User Interface Design, Software Requirements, Software Development Process, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Multimedia Content Development, Software DebuggingDealing with external customers. Liaising with internal departments to bring content acquisition queries to a satisfactory closure.Ensure that the jobs undertaken are carried out within previously approved budgetsWork outside of normal business hours and travel to customer sites will be required.Interested candidates should send their CVs to work@bernsoft.com on or before Wednesday, July 10th, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bernsoft PHP / MYSQL Developer Job in Kenya

Division:  Technical & Operations Division
 Reports to: Technical & Operations Manager

Role Summary

Bernsoft is seeking an energetic, motivated, and experienced PHP/MYSQL developer with a strong background in building scalable, high-quality and high-performance web applications on the open source technology stack.
 Codes, tests, de-bugs, and documents web applications and enhancements of existing programs using PHP and MySQL;Participates in end user requirements meetings and provides input for resolution business needs;Develops and conducts unit and functional testing procedures and scripts to verify completed code;Documents operating procedures and scheduling requirements of the developed applications. Develops and maintains technical standards for systems development environments.Works closely with other team members to ensure proper coding techniques.Reviews issues, provides recommendations for resolution, and develops tools to resolve issues.Responsible for source control to ensure the quality and timeliness of the movement of code from development to production.Review and troubleshoot internet application errorsTo provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations, particularly in terms of Quality and Timeliness in line with departmental standards, procedures and guidelines.To provide follow up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction with products and / or services providedTo communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, investigating, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments and divisions within the organization to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability.Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and computer science foundations1+ Year Experience for Junior Level and 3+ Years Expereince for Senior Level, in development on PHP & MYSQLExperienced with renowned PHP Frameworks & CMS (CodeIgniter, Joomla, Wordpress, Zend, Drupal, Magento, Cake PHP)Strong skills in MYSQL, SQL, Store procedures, and ViewsGood experience in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, XML, JSON, and JSON and understanding of CSS, JavaScript frameworks (like Twitter Bootstrap, jQuery, Underscore, Backbone etc)Experienced with thirds party APIs e.g. Facebook API, Google Maps API etc.Good understanding of design patterns, agile development, quality assurance, and version controlEnsure adherence to engineering processes such as coding practices, code reviews, source control, and unit testing, use case analysisDealing with external customers. Liaising with internal departments to bring content acquisition queries to a satisfactory closure.Ensure that the jobs undertaken are carried out within previously approved budgetsWork outside of normal business hours and travel to customer sites will be required.Interested candidates should send their CVs to work@bernsoft.com on or before Wednesday, July 10th, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bernsoft Ticket Sales Agent Job in Kenya

Division:  Commercial Division
 Reports to: Commercial Manager

Main Duties:

Conduct in person/phone sales using Bernsoft ticketing software.Organize and distribute “will-call” tickets.Describe venue layouts and seating locations.Call customers to advice of event changes and/or cancellations; as may periodically be required.Respond to customer inquiries with accurate up-to-date information.Provide superior customer service.Maintain a current working knowledge of all events, services, and procedures by reviewing event information sheets and posted or verbal communication.Strong customer service skills with the ability to resolve customer conflicts, should they arise.Read, write and communicate effectively with co-workers and the general public.Deal professionally, courteously and tactfully with the public and coworkers.Flexibility to work nights, weekends and/or holidays when needed.Light administrative duties.Other duties as assigned.To provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations, particularly in terms of Quality and Timeliness in line with departmental standards, procedures and guidelines.To provide follow up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction with products and / or services providedTo communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, investigating, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments and divisions within the organization to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability.Proven customer service experience.Capability of communicating positively with guests to establish their needs efficiently and courteously.Friendly, courteous phone demeanor.Proficient computer and typing skills.Cash management/POS experience required.Ability to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment.Ability to work alone or as part of a team setting.Previous experience with ticketing software an asset.Dealing with external customers. Liaising with internal departments to bring content acquisition queries to a satisfactory closure.Ensure that the jobs undertaken are carried out within previously approved budgetsWork outside of normal business hours and travel to customer sites will be requiredInterested candidates should send their CVs to work@bernsoft.com on or before Wednesday, July 10th, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bernsoft Java Software Developer Job in Kenya

Title: Java Software Developer
Division: Technical & Operations Division
 Reports to: Technical & Operations Manager

Role Summary

Bernsoft is seeking Java developers to join our development team. Job responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining our Laboratory Information System software applications.

Main Duties:

Defines site objectives by analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality.Designs and develops user interfaces to internet/intranet applications by setting expectations and features priorities throughout development life cycle; determining design methodologies and tool sets; completing programming using languages and software products; designing and conducting tests.Recommends system solutions by comparing advantages and disadvantages of custom development and purchase alternatives.Integrates applications by designing database architecture and server scripting; studying and establishing connectivity with network systems, search engines, and information servers.Creates multimedia applications by using authoring tools.Completes applications development by coordinating requirements, schedules, and activities; contributing to team meetings; troubleshooting development and production problems across multiple environments and operating platforms.Supports users by developing documentation and assistance tools.Updates job knowledge by researching new internet/intranet technologies and software products; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.Enhances organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.To provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations, particularly in terms of Quality and Timeliness in line with departmental standards, procedures and guidelines.To provide follow up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction with products and / or services providedTo communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, investigating, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments and divisions within the organization to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability.A successful candidate should have a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and be highly motivated, independent, and creative. Knowledge of Java, Java Applets, Web Programming Skills, Teamwork, Verbal Communication, Web User Interface Design, Software Requirements, Software Development Process, Object-Oriented Design (OOD), Multimedia Content Development, Software DebuggingDealing with external customers. Liaising with internal departments to bring content acquisition queries to a satisfactory closure.Ensure that the jobs undertaken are carried out within previously approved budgetsWork outside of normal business hours and travel to customer sites will be required.Interested candidates should send their CVs to work@bernsoft.com on or before Wednesday, July 3rd, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Bernsoft Commercial Manager Job in Kenya

Division:  Commercial Division
 Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Role Summary
This person is charged to lead and manage the sales and customer service functions of the business. Alongside the CEO and other HODs, s/he should co-own the strategic leadership of Bernsoft ensuring the maintenance, growth and support profitable sales in line with business targets across all revenue centres.

Main Duties:

To build the business through sales and marketing of existing and new products to existing and new customersTo achieve KPIs, including sales targets To develop and build relationships with current and new customersTo develop the business profile by enhancing, informing and changing the customer perspective of Bernsoft strengths and product rangesTo identify products that will satisfy customer needs in conjunction with the production teamsTo devise and deliver promotional activities and marketing and assist at trade and promotional eventsTo identify and develop potential partner companies to increase the range of products offered by Bernsoft including factored productsTo understand the competition and provide market intelligence reportsTo head up and lead the commercial team including wholesale, national accounts and product developmentTo manage the commercial team including recruitment, selection, development, training, performance management and succession planningTo report to the management team and regularly attend management meetingsTo provide professional and effective services to internal and / or external customers, to meet customer expectations, particularly in terms of Quality and Timeliness in line with departmental standards, procedures and guidelines.To provide follow up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction with products and / or services providedTo communicate courteously with internal and / or external customers by telephone, email and face to face, building positive relationships, investigating, responding to and progressing issues and queries to a successful conclusion at the earliest time.To speak positively and enthusiastically about the company and its products and services to ensure that a professional company and brand image is provided at all times to customers and colleagues.To work as part of a team to achieve the departmental standards.To work together with other departments and divisions within the organization to identify any process improvements and improve standards, efficiency and profitability.Strong selling, negotiation and influencing skillsStrong relationship building, networking and account management skillsStrong skills in business growthCommercially and financially awareAn understanding of marketingCreative problem solvingStrong team leadership skills to lead, motivate and manage a teamGood numerical and costing skills Dealing with external customers. Liaising with internal departments to bring content acquisition queries to a satisfactory closure.Ensure that the jobs undertaken are carried out within previously approved budgetsWork outside of normal business hours and travel to customer sites will be required.How to apply:  

Email your CVs accompanied with a cover letter to work@bernsoft.com before Wednesday, July 3, 2013. 

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.