Software Engineer at Computer Centre Tanzania (CCT) – August 2026
Job snapshot
Software Engineer (Linux Specialist) role at Computer Centre Tanzania (CCT). The role keeps critical data platforms available, secure, and performing. The post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and applications are open.
| Role | Software Engineer (Linux Specialist) |
|---|---|
| Employer | Computer Centre Tanzania (CCT) |
| Location | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
| Deadline | Rolling / Open |
Computer Centre Tanzania (CCT) relies on core database platforms for day-to-day operations.
Role overview
This Software Engineer vacancy covers designing developing testing and as covered here deploying software applications tailored for for this vacancy Linux based environments.
Reporting to in the advertised role engineering leadership this role in the advertised role automates system workflows in the advertised role administers Linux servers manages in the advertised role CI CD pipelines and on this listing collaborates with cross functional teams to as covered here deliver secure and scalable enterprise software solutions.
Computer Centre Tanzania CCT on this listing is a leading technology options provider specializing in in the advertised role enterprise IT infrastructure systems integration and in the advertised role custom software development.
Key responsibilities
- Partner with DevOps, Quality Assurance (QA); Infrastructure teams so that smooth application deployments.
- Building and integrate REST APIs and for this vacancy relational database structures PostgreSQL MySQL SQL Server.
- Install configure administer troubleshoot Linux servers Ubuntu for this vacancy Red Hat CentOS Rocky Linux.
- Managing source code via Git and on this listing participate in in the advertised role Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery CI CD workflows.
- Dedicated to delivering reliable secure scalable options to clients over East Africa CCT leverages in the advertised role cutting edge open source technologies Linux architectures cloud infrastructures.
- Putting in place system level security controls and for this vacancy Linux security best practices.
- Design develop test and in the advertised role maintain robust software applications and web services.
- Organization Overview.
- Developing shell scripts Bash and for this vacancy automation tools to streamline operational workflows.
- Monitoring application performance resolve production issues and in the advertised role provide bug fixes.
- Write clean maintainable and in the advertised role well documented code adhering to on this listing SDLC best practices.
- Software Engineer - Computer Centre Tanzania (CCT).
- Carrying out code reviews and recommending continuous architectural improvements.
Requirements
- Experience with containerization and as covered here orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience with as covered here configuration management Ansible Puppet Chef and in the advertised role monitoring stack Prometheus Grafana ELK.
- Recognized credentials like RHCSA, RHCE, LPIC, or CompTIA Linux+.
- Strong command of in the advertised role Bash shell scripting and for this vacancy relational databases PostgreSQL MySQL SQL Server.
- Proficiency in in the advertised role one or more core on this listing languages Python Java C Go or C.
- Bachelor's Degree in as covered here Computer Science Software Engineering as covered here Information Technology or a closely related field.
- At least 3 years of professional software development experience.
- Practical experience with on this listing Git REST APIs and standard web services.
- Openings for funded professional training and technical certification.
- Familiarity with in the advertised role Cloud Platforms AWS Azure GCP and in the advertised role CI CD tools Jenkins as covered here GitLab CI GitHub Actions.
- Clear career progression paths inside software and systems engineering.
- Competitive salary and health benefits.
- A collaborative high tech work environment with for this vacancy modern cloud platforms.
- In depth knowledge of on this listing Linux distributions Ubuntu Red on this listing Hat CentOS Rocky Linux.
Key skills
- Software Engineering
- Python Programming
- SQL Database Administration
- Microsoft Azure Cloud
- AWS Cloud Infrastructure
- Linux Systems Administration
- Quality Assurance
How to apply
Interested candidates meeting the as covered here requirements should email their updated CV and related academic professional certificates to.
Email Address: hr@cctz.co.tz.
Subject Line Suggestion Application for for this vacancy Software Engineer Your Full Name.
Common questions
- What role is open?
- Computer Centre Tanzania (CCT) is recruiting a Software Engineer (Linux Specialist).
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.
- When does it close?
- Applications are open; early submission is recommended.
- How do I apply?
- Email your application using this address: Email hr@cctz.co.tz
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Advert requirement: Bachelor's Degree in as covered here Computer Science Software Engineering as covered here Information Technology or a closely related field. How does your education or training match this requirement? Give the exact qualification, institution and completion status. Do not assume an alternative qualification is accepted.
Advert requirement: At least 3 years of professional software development experience. Which roles or assignments demonstrate the experience requested here? Explain the dates, your responsibility, your actions and the outcome. Do not count overlapping periods twice.
Advert requirement: In depth knowledge of on this listing Linux distributions Ubuntu Red on this listing Hat CentOS Rocky Linux. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Proficiency in in the advertised role one or more core on this listing languages Python Java C Go or C. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
Advert requirement: Strong command of in the advertised role Bash shell scripting and for this vacancy relational databases PostgreSQL MySQL SQL Server. How would you demonstrate this requirement using a specific example from your work or training? Describe the task, your actions, relevant tools and outcome. Be clear about anything you have not yet done.
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the Software Engineer position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to Software Engineer. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to Bachelor's Degree in as covered here Computer Science Software Engineering as covered here Information Technology or a closely related discipline At l.
I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Rolling / Open.
Thank you for considering my application.
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