Securiport Tanzania is Hiring: Software Developer

Organization: Securiport Tanzania

Number of openings: 3

Reports to: Senior Lead Developer

Level: Intermediate

Industry: Airline / Aviation

Job type: Full-time (1)

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Date opened: 21 May 2026

Position Summary

Securiport Tanzania is seeking a skilled Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain software solutions crucial for immigration processes. This role involves creating efficient, secure, and user-friendly applications for case management, visa processing, and compliance tracking. The Software Developer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems align with business needs, client requirements, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development
  • Write, test, and maintain high-quality code for immigration-related applications and systems.
  • Develop secure, reliable, and scalable software solutions to support mission-critical operations.
• System Integration
  • Develop and integrate APIs to connect immigration platforms with external systems.
  • Support integration with systems such as:
    • Biometric data systems
    • Payment gateways
    • Other relevant immigration and aviation platforms
• User Interface Design
  • Create intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces.
  • Design interfaces suitable for clients, immigration officers, and other system users.
• Troubleshooting and Performance Improvement
  • Identify, investigate, and resolve software bugs.
  • Diagnose and fix performance issues across applications and systems.
  • Support continuous improvement of software stability and reliability.
• Collaboration
  • Work closely with:
    • Database administrators
    • System administrators
    • Other software developers
    • Cross-functional project teams
  • Ensure seamless functionality across integrated systems.
• Documentation
  • Maintain detailed documentation of:
    • Software designs
    • Source code
    • Development processes
    • System workflows
    • Integration procedures
• Compliance and Data Protection
  • Ensure software solutions comply with applicable legal and regulatory standards.
  • Support compliance with data privacy and security requirements, including:
    • GDPR
    • Immigration-specific data privacy laws
    • Cybersecurity best practices

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in software development.
• Experience in industries that handle sensitive data is preferred, including:
  • Legal
  • Government
  • Immigration
  • Aviation

Technical Skills and Knowledge

Applicants should have:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as:
  • Java
  • Python
  • C#
• Experience with web development frameworks such as:
  • Angular
  • React
  • Django
• Familiarity with Automated Biometric Identification System (ABIS).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as:
  • AWS
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Google Cloud
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in database integration and query optimization.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices and compliance standards.

Additional Skills

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and mission-critical environment.
• Fluency in both English and Kiswahili, spoken and written.

Added Advantage

• Previous experience in the aviation industry is a plus.

Certifications

Relevant certifications that may enhance the applicant’s qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate
• AWS Certified Developer – Associate
• Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
• Oracle Certified Professional, Java SE Programmer

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their updated Curriculum Vitae by email to: recruitment-tz@securiport.com

Applicants should clearly indicate the following subject line in the email: Application for the Position of Software Developer

Application Deadline

The deadline for submitting applications is: 3 June 2026