Senior Web Developer - Port Elizabeth Verfied

R 35000-45000 per month Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape more than 14 days ago 27-10-2020 9:16:51 AM
04-11-2020 6:47:13 AM
National Distribution Company is looking for a Senior Web Developer using the Shopify Platform.

The ideal candidate is a creative problem solver who will work in coordination with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain our next-generation websites and web tools. You must be comfortable working as part of a team while taking the initiative to take lead on innovations and projects.

Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• At least 5 years' of experience using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• High Proficiency in at least one server-side technology (Java, PHP, NodeJS, Python, Ruby)
• Ability to multi-task, organize, and prioritize work

Skills & other requirements:
• Strong knowledge of Shopify platform
• Expertise in Shopify theme development and customization
• Expert-level knowledge of Shopify Liquid templating language
• Proficiency in working with different Shopify JS APIs (storefront, AJAX Cart, Sections etc)
• An expertise in HTML5, CSS3 and JavaScript/ECMA Script 5/6
• A knowledge of SCSS (preferred)
• Expertise in JavaScript libraries (eg: jQuery).
• A thorough understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues
• A strong understanding of responsive web design techniques
• An understanding of W3C web standards/semantics and accessibility guidelines
• An ability to work on multiple projects and tasks at the same time
• Great attention to detail and be highly organized
• A positive and upbeat attitude with the ability to learn quickly
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in Shopify Websites Development
• Experience with WordPress, Shopify (preferred)
• Experience with Ruby (preferred)
• Proficiency in PHP/MYSQL and AJAX (preferred)
• Excellent written and spoken English
• The ability to adapt to a diverse and multicultural environment
• Reliable transportation if working in-house
• A reliable workstation with a fast computer, microphone, webcam, speakers, reliable internet, and power if working remotely

Responsibilities:
• Revise, edit, proofread & optimize web content
• Work with cross-functionally to enhance the overall user experience of our platforms
• Own various design tasks involved in the web development life cycle from start to finish
• Extending Shopify’s functionalities to next level using storefront APIs, liquid programming, Meta fields, etc
• Integrating third-party and platform supported apps in the sites
• Setting up payment integration, shipping methods and taxes in Shopify platform
• Page speed optimization of Shopify sites
• Implementing SEO/CRO best practices in Shopify sites
• Transforming complex layout PSDs into pixel-perfect presentation-layer HTML5/CSS3 templates
• Working under tight deadlines
• Handling multiple projects at the same time
• Producing high quality of work with a strong focus on detail
• Thoroughly QA work before submission
• Working closely with the Shopify Experts team to deliver
• Working closely with 3rd party integrators and IPaas solution providers to deliver enhancements to our platform
• Ability to work with API data from multiple sources to build consolidated dashboards would be advantageous
• Ability to work with Shopify Scripts and Shopify Flow

Salary: R35k to R45k ctc per month.