StriveNest - Web Developer (WordPress)
Web Developer is needed in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Client: StriveNest
Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Contract: Full-time, Full-time, Full-time
Job Description
The role involves coordinating and participating in the programming, implementation, testing, and support of web-based projects using the LAMP solution stack. You will program, develop, and produce data-driven web applications, websites, and mobile apps using machine learning and the latest technology solutions. The position requires consulting with clients and the account team to ensure the use of effective Internet-based technologies for enterprise business applications, as well as debugging and problem-solving across a variety of open-source and mobile platforms.
Requirements
Desired Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related discipline preferred.
General Knowledge:
- Strong knowledge of database design and troubleshooting.
- Solid understanding of software development life-cycle and best practices.
Experience:
- Strong English proficiency (written and verbal).
- Proficient in PHP.
- Solid project-level experience with PHP/WordPress CMS utilizing Advanced Custom Fields (not page builders).
- Solid project-level experience with at least one other open-source CMS platform (e.g., Magento, Shopify, Joomla, Drupal).
- Experience with web-based programming languages.
- Experience with cloud platforms (Google Cloud, AWS, Microsoft Azure).
- Proficiency in a LAMP environment.
- Knowledge of OOP and procedural programming methodologies.
- Familiarity with Standard Compliant HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience with Git Version control (or other version control software).
- Knowledge of Package management and Task Runners (e.g., NPM, Yarn, Gulp, Grunt).
- Browser testing abilities using built-in developer tools.
- Experience with e-commerce solutions and methodologies.
- Previous experience in a development firm/agency environment.
Qualities:
- Passion for web development.
- Demonstrated ability to get things done.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality and defect-free projects.
- Comfortable with both object-oriented and procedural programming methodologies.
- Capable of individual deep work.
- Ability to collaborate with a team to complete projects rapidly.
- Strong time management skills.
- Takes direction well but can also make decisions and take initiative.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work independently.
- Stays up-to-date on the latest web technologies.
- Professional, dependable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
- Enjoys problem-solving.
- Customer-centric mentality.
Percentage Breakdown
- 30-50% website maintenance and debugging.
- 40-60% building new functionality.
- 10% consulting with other team members.
Company Culture
WebFX is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing and fostering an inclusive environment where all people, including women, minorities, LGBTQ+, and other underrepresented groups, are supported, respected, and encouraged to excel within STEM careers.
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