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Information Technology · Full-time

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Business Applications Developer

Valley Hospital

NakuruNot stated · Not statedDeadline not published by employerChecked 13 Nov 2026
Software development workspace with a laptop and notebook overlooking Nairobi.

About this role

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Role overview

Valley Hospital in Nakuru is hiring a Business Applications Developer to manage and improve software systems that support clinical, administrative, and financial operations. This full-time role suits someone with software development experience who wants to work on diverse projects in a healthcare setting.

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What you will do

  • Lead projects from initial problem scoping with departments through to building, testing, releasing, and handing over solutions.
  • Develop and enhance Odoo modules, internal web applications, automation tools, and reports.
  • Create and maintain system integrations linking clinical, finance, and insurer platforms, including SHA.
  • Ensure system reliability by resolving incidents and addressing root causes of recurring issues within agreed service levels.
  • Translate business requirements into technical specifications and conduct user acceptance testing with end users.
  • Manage user access rights, provide training, and keep system documentation up to date.
  • Develop software with attention to privacy and security standards in line with Kenya Data Protection Act 2019 and hospital policies.

Requirements

  • At least 3 years of experience in software development or application support with two or more end-to-end production projects delivered.
  • Proficiency in Python, working knowledge of JavaScript, and solid skills in SQL (PostgreSQL or MySQL).
  • Practical experience building and using REST APIs.
  • Familiarity with Git, Linux, and Docker in daily work.
  • Experience supporting live business applications using a ticketing system and meeting service level agreements.
  • Ability to provide a portfolio, GitHub profile, or code samples as evidence of coding skills.
  • Willingness to participate in an on-call rota for critical hospital systems.
  • Preferred: experience developing Odoo modules (versions 16 or 17).
  • Preferred: background in hospital, insurance, or ERP environments.
  • Preferred: knowledge of health data standards such as FHIR, HL7, ICD-10/ICD-11.
  • Preferred: experience with M-Pesa Daraja API integration.
  • Preferred: degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, IT, or related field.
  • Preferred: certifications like Odoo Technical, ITIL 4 Foundation, or CompTIA Security+.

How to apply

Apply through the official Valley Hospital Careers page. Submit your application before the closing date, which the employer has not published.

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