The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Research & Innovation is hiring for Software Development Intern: Apply Now!
Application Deadline: 22 January 2025
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Research & Innovation is hiring for Software Development Intern: Apply Now!
Position Overview
The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences Research & Innovation (AIMS RIC) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Software Development Intern to join its team of develpers at AIMS RIC! This internship is tailored for individuals passionate about frontend development, backend development and technical documentation. The Software Development Intern will collaborate with AIMS RIC development team to create user-friendly interfaces and produce high-quality documentation that enhances the user experience and supports the development lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
1. Frontend Development
- Develop and maintain responsive web interfaces using modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, React Native, Tailwind).
- Ensure cross-browser compatibility and optimize application performance.
- Collaborate with designers to implement UI/UX designs and ensure adherence to brand guidelines.
- Debug and troubleshoot frontend issues to enhance user experience.
2. Backend Development
- Assist in building and maintaining server-side logic using backend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Python, or Go).
- Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs for seamless communication between frontend and backend systems.
- Collaborate on database schema design and perform basic CRUD operations with SQL or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Participate in implementing authentication, authorization, and other backend services.
3. Documentation
- Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for software applications, APIs, and system features.
- Develop user manuals, quick-start guides, and online help content for non-technical users.
- Work closely with developers to document code structures, processes, and workflows.
- Organize documentation repositories to ensure easy accessibility and version control.
4. Collaboration and Learning
- Participate in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute ideas for system improvements.
- Learn and adapt to the team’s development processes, including version control and agile methodologies.
- Assist in quality assurance by documenting and addressing UI/UX inconsistencies.
5. Continuous Improvement
- Stay updated on the latest frontend development trends and documentation tools.
- Suggest improvements to existing documentation to ensure clarity and relevance.
- Conduct research on best practices for both frontend technologies and technical writing.
Skills and Qualifications
1. Technical Skills
- Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/TypeScript.
- Familiarity with one or more frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js preferred).
- Basic understanding of server-side languages such as Node.js, Python, or Go.
- Familiarity with building and consuming RESTful APIs
- Experience with databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
- Understanding of RESTful APIs and how to integrate them into frontend applications. g. Basic knowledge of version control systems like Git.
- Experience with documentation tools (e.g., Markdown, Docusaurus, or Sphinx) is a plus.
2. Soft Skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
- Ability to write clear, concise, and user-friendly documentation.
- A proactive attitude towards learning and professional growth.
3. Education and Experience
- Recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Prior experience or coursework in web development and technical writing is a plus but not mandatory.
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