Desktop Application Developer at Metropolitan School of Business and Management (MSBM)

Metropolitan School of Business and Management (MSBM) is an Ed-tech pathway college offering affordable and qualitative International regulated diplomas and executive education courses to the world, with a unique focus on Africa, Asia and the Middle East. MSBM, as a Pathway College offers diploma degrees (level 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7) via OFQUAL regulated awarding bodies leading to Degrees from top UK Universities. MSBM is a private for-profit business school providing International Students, access to outstanding British Diplomas at almost half the fee of the Universities.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Desktop Application Developer

Location: Lagos
Employment Type/Work Setting: Full-time/Wfh

Job Description

• We are seeking a talented and experienced Electron Developer for Cross-Platform Desktop App. The Desktop Application Developer will help build a cross-platform desktop application for managing users and files within a custom cloud storage solution.
• This app will support both Windows and macOS, and will have a focus on security and seamless file synchronization.

Responsibilities

• Develop the core functionality of the desktop app using Electron.
• Implement user management with roles.
• Develop file storage, upload, download, and synchronization features.
• Ensure automatic and manual syncing of files.
• Set up and manage a local backend using Node.js and Express.
• Design and implement database schemas for user roles, permissions, and file storage.
• Develop APIs for data access and file management.
• Integrate SQLite for local storage.
• Design and implement a secure and user-friendly interface.
• Implement security best practices for data encryption and access controls.
• Collaborate with the project manager to ensure all requirements are met.
• Perform thorough testing and debugging of the application.
• Provide ongoing maintenance and updates as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Proven experience in developing cross-platform desktop applications using Electron.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Experience with Node.js and Express for backend development.
• Proficiency in database design and management (e.g., SQLite, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with cloud storage solutions and file synchronization.
• Understanding of security best practices for desktop applications.
• Experience with API development and integration.
• Familiarity with reporting and analytics features.
• Knowledge of in-app update mechanisms.
• Experience with backup and recovery features.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.
• Good communication skills for collaborating with the project manager and team.

Application Closing Date
15th July, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: Please provide a brief cover letter explaining your relevant experience, and examples of previous Electron projects you have worked on. Highlight any experience with backend development using Node.js and Express, as well as cloud storage solutions and file synchronization.