Application Developer

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture seeks suitable Nigeria nationals for the position below at the Institute’s Headquarters in Ibadan.

Position:   Application Developer

Contract:   6-month renewable contract                                   

Location: Ibadan

Closing Date: 15 October 2026

DUTIES

·       Design, develop, and implement new features and enhancements for the RFU application using C# and .NET Framework.

·       Thoroughly test new features and enhancements to ensure quality and functionality before deployment.

·       Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues to ensure system stability and performance.

·       Develop and maintain relevant technical and user documentation for the application.

·       Train and support users to ensure effective and optimal use of the application.

·       Serve as the first point of contact for RFU users and provide timely resolution of application-related issues.

·       Apply software development, security, coding, and version control best practices.

·       Work with users and teams to gather requirements and support application integration with relevant systems.

·       Perform any other duties assigned by the Supervisor.

QUALIFICATION

BSc/HND/B.Tech in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of two (2) years’ of relevant experience in a well-structured organization.

COMPETENCIES

The ideal candidate must have:

·       Strong proficiency in C#, .NET Framework, application development, maintenance, and system integration.

·       Practical experience in web application development, database design, management, and integration.

·       Knowledge of user interface and user experience design principles.

·       Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

·       Good interpersonal and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with users and technical teams.

·       Good written and verbal communication skills.

REMUNERATION:

We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

Interested applicants should complete the online application by attaching a detailed cover letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft Word format to the IITA website:https://apply.workable.com/iita/#jobs no later than One Week from the date of this publication.

IITA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.