opening for web developer/ programmer

We are searching for an outstanding web programmer/developer to be responsible for developing/adapting innovative reusable Web-based tools for e-commerce. Our web developer will work closely with our project manager, strategists and design team members to develop specifications and make recommendations on the use of new and emerging technologies. Programming, graphic design and database administration are all elements of this position. The person would be best based in or around Port Harcourt. Any person meeting this criteria should please send an e-mail with vital details to [email protected]
Responsibilities
• Work closely with Project Manager and other members of the Development Team to both develop detailed specification documents with clear project deliverables and timelines, and to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Produce project estimates during planning and development process, including expertise required, total number of people required, total number of development hours required, etc.
• Attend client meetings during marketing and sales processes and during development.
• Work with clients and Project Manager to build and refine graphic designs for websites. Must have strong skills in Photoshop, Fireworks, or equivalent application(s).
• Convert raw images and layouts from a graphic designer into CSS/XHTML themes.
• Determine appropriate architecture, and other technical solutions, and make relevant recommendations to clients.
• Communicate to the Project Manager with efficiency and accuracy any progress and/or delays.
• Engage in outside-the-box thinking to provide high value-of-service to clients.
• Alert project manager to emerging technologies or applications and the opportunities to integrate them into operations and activities.
• Be actively involved in and contribute regularly to the development community of the CMS of your choice.
• Develop innovative, reusable Web-based tools for social networking
Required Skills
• BSc in computer science or a related field,
• 3 years minimum experience with HTML/XHTML and CSS
• 2 years minimum Web programming experience, including PHP, ASP or JSP
• 1 year minimum experience working with relational database systems such as MySQL, MSSQL or Oracle and a good working knowledge of SQL
• Development experience using extensible web authoring tools
• Experience developing and implementing open source software projects
• Self-starter with strong self-management skills
• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work with a vision and develop the vision into tangible products and output