PHP/WordPress Developer || Webdev (Pvt) Ltd

  • Harare

Webdev (Pvt) Ltd

DUE: 18 OCT 2023

We are looking to hire a skilled WordPress developer to design and implement attractive and functional websites for our clients. You will be responsible for both back-end and front-end development including the implementation of WordPress themes and plugins as well as site integration and security updates. To be a successful WordPress developer, you should have in-depth knowledge of front-end programming languages, a good eye for aesthetics, and strong content management skills. Ultimately, a top-class WordPress developer can create attractive, user-friendly websites that perfectly meet the design and functionality specifications of the client.

Webdev (Pvt) Ltd is Zimbabwe’s leading web & e-mail hosting, online marketing, e-commerce, online payments, and Digital Marketing, a multi-award-winning company and also a market leader. 

Job Responsibilities

  • Meeting with the project manager and client to discuss website design requirements. 
  • Designing and building the website front-end.
  • Creating the website architecture.
  • Designing and managing the website back-end including database and server integration.
  • Generating WordPress themes and plugins.
  • Conducting website performance tests.
  • Troubleshooting content issues.
  • Conducting WordPress training with the client.
  • Monitoring the performance of the live website. 
  • Perform backend/database programming for key projects
  • Stay up to date on industry standards and incorporate them appropriately
  • Assist with testing, debugging, documentation, and overall quality assurance of projects before handing over projects for QA by the Project Manager. 


Qualifications and Skills Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science information technology, engineering/ or related
  • Proven work experience as a PHP, MySQL, and WordPress developer
  • Knowledge of front-end technologies including CSS3, JavaScript, HTML5, and jQuery.
  • Knowledge of code versioning tools including Git, Mercurial, and SVN.
  • Experience working with debugging tools such as Chrome Inspector and Firebug.
  • Good understanding of website architecture and aesthetics.
  • Ability to manage projects.
  • Good communication skills

Reporting

Reporting to: the Digital Marketing Project Manager

Working with: The Design and Developer Team

TO APPLY

Individuals interested and meet the above criteria should click this link https://forms.gle/aZ41C4o841fPWG4H9    to apply  before 18 October 2023.