AmaliTech Apprenticeship Programme - September Cohort

Location: Kigali, Kigali, rw Department: Training Centre Employment Type: {'id': 'permanent', 'label': 'Full-time'}

Company Description

AmaliTech is an IT service company based in Germany, US, Ghana and Rwanda. By facilitating seamless collaboration between global tech companies and our AmaliTech teams, we connect international markets with exceptional local tech talent from Ghana and Rwanda, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.

We offer a demand-driven approach that integrates training, employment, and upskilling, ensuring career growth and long-term success for tech professionals. Partner with AmaliTech to drive forward your digital agenda while making a meaningful social impact.

Job Description

The AmaliTech Apprenticeship Programme, supported by DEG Impulse offers a unique pathway for individuals aspiring to build or advance a career in software development and data engineering.

For early-career talent and recent graduates, the program provides mentorship or project-based learning in modern technologies (Java BE, Python BE + App Development, JavaScript Full Stack, Data Engineering, QA, DevOps) while gaining exposure to real-world projects. Apprentices will develop skills aligned with international standards and benefit from mentorship by senior engineers working with global clients.

Duration: 6-months (Full-time), Monday to Friday.

Participants will:

Work in a supportive, multicultural environment.

Gain access to the latest tools and AI-driven technologies.

Receive mentorship and structured guidance.

Be provided with a laptop, meals (breakfast, lunch, snacks), and all required resources.

Transition from local-level coding to full-scale international engineering practice.

This apprenticeship is not just training—it’s the launchpad to becoming a globally competitive software engineer.

Available Tracks:

Data Engineering

Python Backend + AI App Development

Java Backend Development

Quality Assurance (QA)

JavaScript Full Stack

DevOps

Qualifications

General Eligibility Criteria (All Tracks)

Currently based in Rwanda or willing to relocate.

Final-year University student (approaching graduation) or a recent graduate in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Data Science or a related field.

Possess practical programming (6-months) experience, gained through training programs, Internship, school/personal projects, hackathons, online courses, etc.

Ability and commitment to participate full-time for the entire program duration.

A demonstrated passion for software development and a clear interest in building a long-term career in technology.

Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating initiative and accountability in completing assigned tasks.

Must possess a growth-oriented mindset, showing openness to continuous learning, adaptability to change, and commitment to professional development.

Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.

Fluency in English, both spoken and written.

Track-Specific Qualifications

1. Data Engineering

Must Have

Basic SQL query writing

Introductory Python

Understanding of data concepts (tables, CSV/Excel handling)

Mathematical and other related background.

Nice Have

Exposure to data visualization tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau)

Basic understanding of ETL processes

AWS, Azure, or any other cloud technologies

Pyspark

Microsoft Fabric

2. Python Backend + AI App Development

Must Have

Foundational Python (variables, functions, OOP basics)

Familiarity with APIs or web basics

Familiarity with version control: Git, etc

Nice  Have

Interest in AI/ML concepts (beginner-level exposure through courses/projects)

Knowledge of Flask or Django basics

3. Java Backend

Must Have

Core Java fundamentals (OOP, exceptions, collections)

Awareness of databases (CRUD basics)

Familiarity with version control: Git, etc

Nice Have

Knowledge of IDEs (Eclipse, IntelliJ)

Exposure to Spring Boot or similar frameworks

4. Quality Assurance (QA)

Must Have

Writing test cases, test plans, bug reports clearly.

Understanding of requirement analysis for test coverage.

Experience of API testing tools (Postman, REST-assured).

Familiarity with Jira, Trello, or other issue trackerson

Nice  Have

Basic experience with Performance testing tools (JMeter, Gatling)

Familiar with CI/CD (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

5. JavaScript Full Stack

Must Have

Solid knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+) and ability to build responsive static web pages

Familiarity with UI libraries (MUI, Bootstrap, Tailwind) and accessibility practices

Familiarity with at least one frontend framework (React, Angular, or Vue) and state management concepts

Exposure to Node.js/Express.js, with ability to build simple CRUD APIs and handle routing

Basic understanding of databases (SQL or NoSQL) and ability to write simple queries

Comfortable with Git and common workflows

Nice Have

Exposure to testing (unit tests with Jest, Mocha, etc.)

Understanding of authentication/authorization (JWT, sessions, OAuth) and API best practices

Exposure to deployment platforms (Vercel, Netlify, Heroku) and awareness of CI/CD basics

6. DevOps

Must Have

Basic Linux command line usage

Understanding of Git/GitHub basics

Nice Have

Interest in cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

Additional Information

Recruitment Processes

Application Review

In-person Assessment

In-person technical and behavioural interview

Offer Stage.

What We Offer?

Stipend

Company Laptop

Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Snacks)

And other resources

What to Expect:

Intensive technical and professional training.

Mentorship from experienced engineers.

Hands-on project exposure with industry relevance.

A pathway to career opportunities within AmaliTech and its partners

Potential applicants are encouraged to contact the Recruitment Team to address concerns or clarification.

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