Symphony is the largest IT Solution entity in East and Central
African region, representing premium hardware, software and service brands
including IBM, GE, Oracle, Sage among others.
Symphony Kenya is looking for an individual to join our dynamic
team, in the position of:
Web Developer
Web Developer
Are you self-motivated and detail-oriented?
Do you have the ability to multitask?
Have you strong analytical skills?
Are you a problem-solver with the ability to make businesslike
decisions?
Do you have excellent written and verbal communication
skills?
Are you a good time-manager?
If you have answered “Yes” to the above, then you are the person
we are looking for!
Reporting to the Business Software Services’ Senior Manager, this person will work with clients from concept, through design, to production of client’s web requirements.
Reporting to the Business Software Services’ Senior Manager, this person will work with clients from concept, through design, to production of client’s web requirements.
He will analyze and review web systems; design, develop, test
and document new and existing websites; perform complete testing of web
applications and conduct demos, presentations and training to customers.
The candidate should have:
The candidate should have:
- A
minimum of 3 years’ experience in developing websites and/or web
applications.
- Be
proficient in Joomla and any other content management systems
- Have
strong experience in hand coding Joomla templates from scratch including
CSS and JavaScript
- Be
proficient in PHP, JavaScript, CSS, HTML5, jQuery and AJAX. (Experience in
Java (JSP) will be an added advantage).
- Have
good web design skills and has a portfolio of professionally done designs
- Have
experience of interacting with web servers using SSH, HTTPS, FTP and
Telnet protocols
- Have
strong database knowledge including MySQL and MS SQL Server – knowledge of
scripts/troubleshooting
- Be
proficient with Apache configurations/scripts/troubleshooting
- Be
proficient in Adobe CS 5-6, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator,
Fireworks, Flash, etc…
Requirements (Desirable)
- Bachelor’s
degree in Computer Science or related field
- Proficient
in a second programming language e.g. Java or .NET languages
- Development
experience working in a UNIX/Linux environment
- Strong
knowledge in SEO
How to apply:
If you believe you have what it takes to handle this challenging
position, kindly apply, preferably by email, with a short covering note
on your suitability, attaching your CV with copies of relevant
certifications to reach the Director, Human Resources, not later than 5p.m. on
14th July, 2012
Director – Human Resources
Symphony Place, Off Waiyaki Way, Westlands,
Director – Human Resources
Symphony Place, Off Waiyaki Way, Westlands,
P.O. Box 14201, 00800
Tel: +254 - 4455000,
Tel: +254 - 4455000,
Mobile: 0716-793 954,
Nairobi, Kenya
HRD@symphony.co.ke
Applicants should contact the HR Department on 17th July, 2012 to find out if they have been short-listed for the position.
Applicants should contact the HR Department on 17th July, 2012 to find out if they have been short-listed for the position.
