JOOMLA PHP/MYSQL Web Developer

SUMMARY
This position is required in an International School located in Calabar. The occupier will be responsible for developing and maintaining web applications on the Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP, (LAMP) platform.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Takes responsibility for the full lifecycle design and development of websites using the LAMP platform technologies.

Develops and coordinates the execution of test plans for websites developed using the LAMP suite of technologies.

Produce high quality and optimized graphics to support the web development effort

Provides high quality technical documentation to back up software development projects.

Provides documentation on a regular basis (to be agreed) to show detailed website statistics for each managed website.

Ensures that websites are free of errors and bugs.

Takes responsibility for the optimal functioning of Apache and other related software and services for the running of websites.

Resolves issues affecting websites in a timely and professional manner.

Keeps abreast of developments in the Opensource industry with a view to recommending solutions to address enterprise challenges.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

The holder of this position should ideally have a science related degree with a strong mathematical bias. A minimum of 3 years experience working within a LAMP development team is essential.

Experience developing web application with the JOOMLA Content Management System is an essential requirement

Experience of working with large, high traffic websites would be a distinct advantage. This position will suit an Opensource developer with solid knowledge of Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP, HTML, XML, JavaScript, CSS. Experience of working to W3C standards with HTML and CSS is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Excellent spoken and written communication skills are essential for this position.

JOOMLA PHP/MYSQL Web Developer - CALABAR