Web Developer  

The Web Developer works in one or several divisions under August 99. He/she is required to develop solutions that solve client needs. His/her responsibilities include custom web app development, database design, plugin development, and maintenance of the company’s internal tools and marketing sites.

Independent thinking and initiative are critical as he/she is expected to develop on various platforms and effectively meet project deadlines.

Main responsibilities:

• Web app development for various platforms (e.g. Wordpress, Laravel, Shopify, Magento, Joomla, Node.js)
• Theme creation involving converting designs (e.g. PSD and XD) into modular templates that can be readily used in a project.
• Database design based on client requirements
• Custom plugin development. Since various platforms are used, one must be comfortable in learning and integrating various APIs.
• Ensuring site compatibility across required browsers.
• Learning new coding techniques and tools with minimal supervision
• Must complete at least 90% of assigned task weight per month.
• Must achieve at least 95% QA score per month

Requirements:

• Prior experience with PHP, AJAX techniques, and database design. If you don’t have professional experience, show us a personal/school project that showcases your skills.
• Experience in creating a full web app using a combination of the following or an equivalent is preferred.
  • jQuery / Bootstrap / Coffeescript / SASS / LESS
  • AngularJS / Backbone.js / Vue.js
  • PHP / Wordpress / Joomla / Laravel / Magento / Node.js
  • MySQL / Mongo DB
  • Git / SVN / Travis / Jenkins

Key Competencies:

• Resourcefulness
• Creativity
• Must be coachable and willing to adapt to changes
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to clearly express ideas and solutions to teammates and stakeholders