Job Brief - Web Developer
We are looking for a Web Developer responsible for creating the UI/UX design wireframes to actual code that will produce the functioning elements of the website. You will also design the overall architecture of the web application and evolve it to ensure maximum performance and stability.
- The successful candidate will be able to translate high-level requirements into interaction flows and artifacts. They will be able to transform them into beautiful, intuitive, and functional designs.
Responsibilities :
- Writing code in one or more programming or scripting languages, such as PHP or JavaScript; Problem-solving; Fixing bugs in existing projects;
- Testing new features thoroughly to ensure they perform the correct task in all cases; Running performance benchmarking tests;
- Reviewing colleagues' code; Building and testing Application Program Interfaces (APIs) for applications to exchange data; Researching, incorporating and contributing to Open Source projects;
- Coordinating with designers, developers and project staff for progress updates; Learning and testing new technologies, frameworks, and languages; Staying up to date with new trends and advancements in web development; Building and maintaining databases; Refactoring and optimizing existing code;
- Documenting code so other developers can understand and contribute to it;
- Designing information architecture within an application or website. Planning and prototyping new applications;
- Designing the architecture of the components of an application; Deciding on the best technologies and languages for the project; Testing sites and applications in different browsers and environments;
Requirements :
- Proven working experience of 3-5 years in web programming.
- Proficient knowledge of a back-end programming language such as PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, .NET or JavaScript Understanding differences between multiple delivery platforms (such as mobile vs, desktop), and optimizing output to match the specific platform.
- Good understanding of server-side templating languages such as Jade, EJS, Jinja, etc. depending on your technology stack Good understanding of server-side CSS preprocessors such as Stylus, Less, Sass.
- Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes Data migration, transformation, and scripting using MySQL Management of hosting environment, including database administration and scaling an application to support load changes
- Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application Ability to implement automated testing platforms and unit tests
- Good knowledge of advanced JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as AngularJS, Knockouts, BackboneJS, ReactJS, DurandalJS Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery.
- Basic knowledge of image authoring tools, ability to crop, resize, or perform small adjustments on an image. Familiarity with tools such as Photoshop.
- Proficient understanding of code versioning tools Git, Mercurial or SVN. Familiarity with development aiding tools such as Bower, Bundler, Rake, Gulp depending on the technology stack.
Skills Required to be part of our Team :
- Apart from technical and drawing skills, you will need to show these as well Passion and enthusiasm for design, with a creative flair;
- A flexible approach when working in a team;
- Excellent communication skills in order to interpret and negotiate briefs with Team Members;
- Good presentation skills and the confidence to explain and discuss ideas to with Team Members Time management skills and the ability to cope with several projects at a time; Accuracy and attention to detail when finalizing designs;
- Being open to feedback and willing to make changes to your designs;
- Effective networking skills to build contacts.
