Software Engineer - System Integration at Zenysis

At Zenysis, we build advanced analytics and integration software that helps governments and international organizations make data-driven decisions to improve global health outcomes. Our team is a unique blend of software engineers, diplomats, and public health experts working together to tackle some of the most pressing challenges in the world. With our software currently deployed in 12 countries across Africa, Asia, and South America, we support the delivery of essential healthcare to millions of people and help coordinate responses to large-scale emergencies. We are proud to be backed by major global organizations, including the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, Gavi, and the Global Fund, and we are deeply committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team in a full-time capacity. In this System Integration role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining highly reliable data integrations that empower our clients. You will work closely with our broader engineering and data teams to ensure our pipelines are performant, cost-effective, and scalable as we continue to grow our impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust data integrations while optimizing ETL processes, database performance, and API connections.
• Design, implement, and monitor data pipelines to ensure the highest standards of data quality and integrity.
• Act as a subject matter expert by providing technical guidance to team members and communicating complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you should have a strong background in systems engineering and data integration. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least 8 years of professional experience in software development or data engineering.
• Proficiency in Python and experience working with PostgreSQL, Docker, and cloud platforms like AWS or GCP.
• Hands-on experience with data pipeline tools such as Airflow or Apache Kafka.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with clients to gather requirements and manage expectations.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work and currently reside in South Africa or Uganda.

Location

This position is a hybrid role based in South Africa or Uganda.

Compensation and Benefits

We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and invest significantly in the professional growth and personal development of our team members. As part of our commitment to our employees, we offer a hybrid work environment.