Senior Web Developer

1 Month ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Web Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex web applications. They will ensure optimal performance, scalability, and security. This role involves leading web development projects, writing clean and maintainable code using modern technologies, optimizing web performance, ensuring web security, mentoring junior developers, and assisting the internal content development team. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and experience.

Must have:

5+ years of web development experience
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress
Experience with database design and management
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms

Good to have:

Familiarity with SEO
Familiarity with Cloudways
Familiarity with Bootstrap

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Job Details

Description

Position at VIPRE Security Group

VIPRE Security Group is a global organization that protects millions of consumers and businesses including some very well-known brands. Backed by cutting-edge machine learning, one of the world’s largest threat intelligence clouds and real-time behaviour monitoring, the VIPRE Security Group delivers unmatched protection against today’s most aggressive threats. Inspired eLearning provides high-quality, engaging, and relatable security & compliance training content to satisfy business needs, manage human risk, and increase knowledge retention by meeting the learner at their level.

The Senior Web Developer plays a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining complex web applications and ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Web Development Projects: Take ownership of web development projects from conception to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional and external teams to gather requirements, define architecture, and implement solutions. Participate in the process of analysis, designing, implementation, and testing.
Develop and Maintain Web Applications: Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code using modern web development technologies and frameworks.
Optimize Web Performance: Implement performance optimization techniques to ensure fast and responsive web applications.
Ensure Web Security: Adhere to security best practices and implement measures to protect web applications from vulnerabilities.
Mentor Junior Developers: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior web developers, fostering their growth and development.
Internal Development Assistance: Assist the internal content development team with code development and application.
Stay Current with Technology: Keep up-to-date with emerging web technologies and industry trends, proactively suggesting and implementing improvements.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's or Master's Degree: A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Extensive Experience: 5+ years of experience in web development, with a proven track record of delivering successful web applications.
Strong Technical Skills: Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress, and modern web development frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
Database Experience: Experience with database design and management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
Cloud Experience: Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and cloud-based development.
Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Skills:

Web Development Expertise: Deep understanding of web development principles, best practices, and design patterns.
Development:
- Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript) and frameworks.
- Proficiency in back-end development using server-side languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java) and frameworks.
- API Development: Experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
- Database Management: Knowledge of database design, query optimization, and data modelling.
- Cloud Computing: Familiarity with cloud-based development and deployment.
- DevOps: Understanding of DevOps principles and practices, including continuous integration and deployment.
- Agile Methodology: Experience working in an Agile development, team environment.

Additional Requirements:

Passion for Technology: A genuine interest in web development and a desire to stay at the forefront of technology.
Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, contributing to a positive and productive atmosphere.
Self-Motivation: Ability to work independently and take initiative, managing multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing requirements and priorities, embracing new technologies and approaches.
Familiarity with SEO and Cloudways is a plus.
Familiarity with Bootstrap is a plus.

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