MTN Nigeria – The leader in telecommunications in Nigeria, and a part of a diverse community in Africa and the Middle East, our brand is instantly recognisable. It is through our compelling brand that we are able to attract the right talents who we carefully nurture by continuously improving our employment offerings even beyond reward and recognition.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Developer – Software Development
Job Identification: 7502 Location: Ikoyi, Lagos
Reports To: Manager – Software Engineering
Division: Information Technology
Mission
To design, develop, and maintain high-quality software solutions that support MTN’s business objectives and technological infrastructure. This includes collaborating with cross-functional teams, optimizing system performance, ensuring security and scalability, and delivering innovative solutions to meet customer needs. The role contributes to the ongoing digital transformation of the company, enhancing service delivery, and ensuring that MTN remains a leader in the telecommunications sector.
Description
Design and implement software solutions that seamlessly integrate with MTN’s existing systems, including legacy platforms.
Ensure that software is optimized for MTN’s internal cloud environments, APIs, and infrastructure to improve performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous integration and deployment.
Develop clean, scalable, and maintainable code while balancing short-term deliverables with long-term sustainability
Designing and integrating APIs that interact with various internal systems, databases, and services can be technically demanding, requiring a deep understanding of internal APIs and data flow.
Regular collaboration with internal teams such as Product, Operations, and IT Security to ensure that the developed software aligns with organizational needs.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within internal systems, often requiring cross-team collaboration to identify root causes and mitigate risks.
Conduct performance tuning and debugging of complex systems, ensuring minimal disruption to internal operations.
Focus on streamlining internal processes through automation and improved workflows, impacting internal efficiency.
Engaging with multiple internal stakeholders such as senior management, project managers, and other developers to align development efforts with business goals and timelines.
Continuously improve your technical skills by engaging in internal training, knowledge-sharing sessions, and self-driven learning initiatives
Requirements
Education:
First Degree in related discipline
Fluent in English
Proficiency in programming languages (Java, Python, JavaScript), database management, software development lifecycle (SDLC), and cloud platforms.
Experience:
3-7 years’ experience which includes
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialization; with experience in supervising others
Experience working in a medium organization.
Experience through internships, hands-on projects, or open-source contributions is highly valued
Application Closing Date
17th November, 2026; 11:55PM.
