{"id":103557,"date":"2026-07-24T17:20:57","date_gmt":"2026-07-24T17:20:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/uncategorized\/software-engineer-associate-salesforce-platform\/"},"modified":"2026-07-24T17:20:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T17:20:57","slug":"software-engineer-associate-salesforce-platform","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/kenya\/jobs\/nairobi\/software-engineer-associate-salesforce-platform\/","title":{"rendered":"Software Engineer, Associate, Salesforce Platform"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\", \"@type\": \"JobPosting\", \"title\": \"Software Engineer, Associate, Salesforce Platform\", \"description\": \"Job Description\\nWe are seeking a driven Software Engineer to build and scale Aceli\u2019s Salesforce-based platform. You will design, develop, and maintain system features, translating complex business processes into scalable, user-friendly solutions. While Salesforce experience is a plus, strong Java or object-oriented programming experience is sufficient to transition into Apex.\\nThis role is suitable for a Software Engineer who is interested in working on enterprise systems and experienced in building complex integrations and scalable business systems. Prior Salesforce experience is helpful but not required; strong software engineering fundamentals and solid object-oriented programming experience, particularly in Java.\\nKey Responsibilities\\nFeature Development\\nBuild and maintain features on Aceli\u2019s Salesforce-based platform using Apex, SOQL, Lightning Web Components, Flow, validation rules and other platform capabilities. Core platform logic is written in Apex, which shares close structural similarities with Java; prior Java experience maps directly.\\nBuild configurable solutions using custom metadata and other framework patterns or dynamic logic engines that minimise hardcoding and allow business users to manage logic through configuration where appropriate.\\nSystem Design & Problem Solving\\nAnalyse complex operational processes and design system solutions that are efficient, user-friendly, and scalable.\\nDesign solutions that improve automation, reduce manual work, and improve user experience for internal and external partners; and improve system architecture, performance, and maintainability.\\nCode Quality & Code Review\\nActively champion code health by leading peer reviews and establishing automated testing standards.\\nMaintain coding standards and best practices across the system.\\nConduct unit testing and support end-to-end testing and User Acceptance Testing.\\nIntegrations & APIs\\nDesign, build, and maintain integrations between Salesforce and external systems using APIs.\\nSupport data integrations, automation tools, and reporting systems, ensuring data integrity across systems.\\nDocumentation & Technical Support\\nDocument technical solutions, system architecture, and key workflows, including deployments and user guides.\\nSupport internal teams in troubleshooting system issues\\n.\\nQualifications\\nEducational Foundation:\u00a0Bachelor\u2019s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.\\nProgramming Mastery:\u00a02\u20135 years of professional software engineering experience with a strong foundation in Java or another object-oriented language Python, C#, Kotlin. Familiarity with frameworks such as Spring Boot and experience working with relational databases SQL are a strong plus. Apex and Salesforce experience are advantageous but not required.\\nAPIs & Integrations:\u00a0Solid understanding of REST API design and integration patterns. Experience building or consuming APIs in a Java\/Apex or similar environment is directly applicable.\\nThe Engineer\u2019s Toolkit:\u00a0Strong grasp of the Software Development Life Cycle SDLC, including Agile methodologies, version control Git, and robust testing and release processes.\\nThe Configurable Mindset:\u00a0Inclination for building flexible, configurable systems that minimise hardcoding and support non-technical users in managing business logic.\\nProblem-Solving:\u00a0Curious troubleshooter with the debugging skills to navigate complex system issues and performance bottlenecks.\\nWhat you will gain\\nThis role is a genuine career opportunity to develop the following:\\nSalesforce expertise:\u00a0You will develop deep, hands-on expertise in the Salesforce platform, including Apex, integrations, and system architecture. Salesforce is one of the most in-demand enterprise technology platforms globally, and hands-on engineering experience is a significant career accelerant. Aceli supports professional development, including Salesforce certifications.\\nReal-world impact:\u00a0Your work will directly enable lending to agricultural SMEs and smallholder farmers across Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, and Zambia. The systems you build have a direct line to the $1.6B Phase 2 capital mobilisation target.\\nEnterprise systems at scale:\u00a0Multi-country operations, complex financial logic, API integrations, and high-volume data \u2014 genuine engineering challenges, not toy problems.\", \"datePosted\": \"2026-07-24\", \"hiringOrganization\": {\"@type\": \"Organization\", \"name\": \"Aceli Africa\"}, \"jobLocation\": {\"@type\": \"Place\", \"address\": {\"@type\": \"PostalAddress\", \"addressLocality\": \"Nairobi\", \"addressCountry\": \"KE\"}}, \"directApply\": true, \"validThrough\": \"2026-08-07T23:59:59\", \"employmentType\": \"FULL_TIME\"}<\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>Company:<\/strong> Aceli Africa<\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Nairobi<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Type:<\/strong> Full Time<\/p>\n<p><strong>Apply Before:<\/strong> 2026-08-07<\/p>\n<h3>Job Description<\/h3>\n<p>Job Description<br \/>We are seeking a driven Software Engineer to build and scale Aceli\u2019s Salesforce-based platform. You will design, develop, and maintain system features, translating complex business processes into scalable, user-friendly solutions. While Salesforce experience is a plus, strong Java or object-oriented programming experience is sufficient to transition into Apex.<br \/>This role is suitable for a Software Engineer who is interested in working on enterprise systems and experienced in building complex integrations and scalable business systems. Prior Salesforce experience is helpful but not required; strong software engineering fundamentals and solid object-oriented programming experience, particularly in Java.<br \/>Key Responsibilities<br \/>Feature Development<br \/>Build and maintain features on Aceli\u2019s Salesforce-based platform using Apex, SOQL, Lightning Web Components, Flow, validation rules and other platform capabilities. Core platform logic is written in Apex, which shares close structural similarities with Java; prior Java experience maps directly.<br \/>Build configurable solutions using custom metadata and other framework patterns or dynamic logic engines that minimise hardcoding and allow business users to manage logic through configuration where appropriate.<br \/>System Design &#038; Problem Solving<br \/>Analyse complex operational processes and design system solutions that are efficient, user-friendly, and scalable.<br \/>Design solutions that improve automation, reduce manual work, and improve user experience for internal and external partners; and improve system architecture, performance, and maintainability.<br \/>Code Quality &#038; Code Review<br \/>Actively champion code health by leading peer reviews and establishing automated testing standards.<br \/>Maintain coding standards and best practices across the system.<br \/>Conduct unit testing and support end-to-end testing and User Acceptance Testing.<br \/>Integrations &#038; APIs<br \/>Design, build, and maintain integrations between Salesforce and external systems using APIs.<br \/>Support data integrations, automation tools, and reporting systems, ensuring data integrity across systems.<br \/>Documentation &#038; Technical Support<br \/>Document technical solutions, system architecture, and key workflows, including deployments and user guides.<br \/>Support internal teams in troubleshooting system issues<br \/>.<br \/>Qualifications<br \/>Educational Foundation:\u00a0Bachelor\u2019s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field.<br \/>Programming Mastery:\u00a02\u20135 years of professional software engineering experience with a strong foundation in Java or another object-oriented language Python, C#, Kotlin. Familiarity with frameworks such as Spring Boot and experience working with relational databases SQL are a strong plus. Apex and Salesforce experience are advantageous but not required.<br \/>APIs &#038; Integrations:\u00a0Solid understanding of REST API design and integration patterns. Experience building or consuming APIs in a Java\/Apex or similar environment is directly applicable.<br \/>The Engineer\u2019s Toolkit:\u00a0Strong grasp of the Software Development Life Cycle SDLC, including Agile methodologies, version control Git, and robust testing and release processes.<br \/>The Configurable Mindset:\u00a0Inclination for building flexible, configurable systems that minimise hardcoding and support non-technical users in managing business logic.<br \/>Problem-Solving:\u00a0Curious troubleshooter with the debugging skills to navigate complex system issues and performance bottlenecks.<br \/>What you will gain<br \/>This role is a genuine career opportunity to develop the following:<br \/>Salesforce expertise:\u00a0You will develop deep, hands-on expertise in the Salesforce platform, including Apex, integrations, and system architecture. Salesforce is one of the most in-demand enterprise technology platforms globally, and hands-on engineering experience is a significant career accelerant. Aceli supports professional development, including Salesforce certifications.<br \/>Real-world impact:\u00a0Your work will directly enable lending to agricultural SMEs and smallholder farmers across Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, and Zambia. The systems you build have a direct line to the $1.6B Phase 2 capital mobilisation target.<br \/>Enterprise systems at scale:\u00a0Multi-country operations, complex financial logic, API integrations, and high-volume data \u2014 genuine engineering challenges, not toy problems.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p>Interested and qualified? Go to Aceli Africa on jobs.smartrecruiters.com to apply<br \/>Build your CV for free. 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