Web Applications Development Associate Job at Indepth Research

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

We are Africa’s leading training and consultancy center since 2003, offering technical consultancy and training services designed for individual and organizations in the agriculture, climate change and environment; disaster management; education; food and nutrition; health; humanitarian relief; logistics and telecommunication; recovery and reconstruction; safety and security; water and sanitation sectors.

We are looking for an outstanding Web Applications Developer to be responsible for the coding, innovative design and layout of our web and e-commerce applications.

Web Applications Development Associate Job Responsibilities

• Write well designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices
• Create web portal layout/user interface by using standard HTML/CSS practices
• Cooperate with graphic designers to design and deliver state of the art web applications
• Integrate data from various back-end services and databases
• Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical needs
• Create and maintain software documentation
• Be responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling company and other product websites
• Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them into operations and activities

Requirements for the Web Applications Development Associate Job

• BSc in computer science or a related field.
• Minimum B+ KCSE
• Proven working experience in web programming 2+ years
• Working knowledge of Joomla CMS.
• Working knowledge of an e-commerce platform such as Magento and Woo Commerce.
• Knowledge of e-learning platforms such as Moodle and Edx.
• Top-notch programming skills and in-depth knowledge of modern HTML/CSS
• Familiarity with the following programming languages: Java, JavaScript (Node JS, jQuery), PHP or Ruby on Rails
• Source code control experience (Subversion, Git, etc.)
• A solid understanding of how web applications work including security, session management, and best development practices
• Adequate knowledge of relational database systems, Object Oriented Programming and web application development
• Hands-on experience with network diagnostics, network analytics tools
• Basic knowledge of Search Engine Optimization process
• Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines and budgets with business acumen
• Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques.
• Applications and systems security knowledge required
• Knowledge of Progressive Web Apps development is a plus

Remunerations:

The starting salary will be a gross of KES 25,000 per month.

How to Apply

Female candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted.

Interested candidates should send their CVs (with 3 referees) hr@indepthresearch.org on or before 25th June 2018.

Only softcopies should be emailed. The subject line should be clearly marked Web Applications Development Associate.