Vacancy Details

Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Website Developer to design, develop, and maintain our digital course platform. This role involves both creative and thought driven decision making.

Responsibilities:

• Website Design:

  1. Visual Design: Crafting the look and feel of the website using color schemes, typography, and layout principles to ensure a visually appealing site that aligns with brand guidelines.
  2. User Interface (UI) Design: Designing intuitive and engaging interfaces that facilitate a positive user experience (UX).
  3. Graphics Creation: Producing images, icons, and other graphic elements that enhance the aesthetics and functionality of the site.
  4. Responsive Design: Ensuring the website is accessible and visually appealing across all devices, from desktops to mobile phones.

  Website Development:

  1. Front-End Development: Implementing visual elements that users see and interact with in a web application using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  2. Back-End Development: Building the server, application, and database that work behind the scenes using server-side languages like PHP, Ruby, Python, and Java.
  3. Integration: Seamlessly integrating front-end and back-end components along with third-party services and APIs.

  Maintenance:

  1. Content Updates: Regularly updating the website content to keep it fresh and relevant. This includes blog posts, news articles, product information, and multimedia elements.
  2. Functionality Checks: Ensuring all features of the website function properly, such as contact forms, links, and navigation.
  3. Performance Optimization: Enhancing the site’s speed and efficiency by optimizing code, reducing loading times, and ensuring high performance.
  4. Security Measures: Implementing security protocols to protect the site from cyber threats, including regular updates to software and monitoring for unusual activity.

  Testing:

  1. Quality Assurance (QA): Rigorous testing to identify bugs or issues in web applications before they go live.
  2. Usability Testing: Evaluating the effectiveness of the site in terms of user engagement and ease of use.
  3. Browser Compatibility Testing: Ensuring the website runs smoothly across various browsers and platforms.

  SEO and Analytics:

  1. Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Optimizing the website structure and content to rank well in search engine results.
  2. Analytics Monitoring: Using tools like Google Analytics to track visitor behavior, assess the effectiveness of content, and make informed decisions based on data.

  Collaboration and Communication:

  1. Team Coordination: Working closely with web developers, designers, content creators, and marketers to ensure a cohesive approach to web projects.
  2. Client Interaction: Communicating with clients or stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and deliver on project objectives.

  Managing these responsibilities effectively ensures that a website is not only beautiful and engaging but also functional, secure, and optimized for search engines and user satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications:

• The qualifications for someone responsible for maintaining and designing websites can vary based on the specific role and the company's requirements. Here’s a general outline of the qualifications typically sought in candidates for web design and development roles:
  

  Educational Background:

  1. Bachelor’s Degree: Commonly in Computer Science, Web Development, Graphic Design, Information Technology, or a related field. However, some positions may accept candidates with degrees in other disciplines if they possess relevant experience and skills.
  2. Technical Certifications: Certifications can complement formal education and may include Adobe Certified Expert (ACE), Certified Web Professional (CWP), Google Analytics IQ, and various coding certifications from platforms like freeCodeCamp or Codecademy.

  Technical Skills:

  1. HTML/CSS: Fundamental knowledge of HTML and CSS is essential for web design to structure and style web pages.
  2. JavaScript: Understanding of JavaScript and frameworks/libraries like React, Angular, or Vue.js for interactive and dynamic elements.
  3. Backend Languages: Proficiency in at least one server-side language, such as PHP, Python, Ruby, or Java, is crucial for web development roles.
  4. Database Management: Knowledge of database technologies like MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
  5. Responsive Design: Skills in creating designs that work on various devices and screen sizes using frameworks like Bootstrap or Foundation.
  6. Content Management Systems (CMS): Experience with CMS like WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla can be vital depending on the job.
  7. SEO Best Practices: Understanding of SEO principles and how design choices can impact search engine rankings.
  8. Graphic Design Software: Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

  Professional Skills:

  1. Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot issues, think critically, and come up with effective solutions quickly.
  2. Attention to Detail: Precision and care in design and coding to ensure high-quality outputs and prevent errors.
  3. Project Management: Skills in managing multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines, and collaborating with team members.
  4. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills for articulating ideas to team members, stakeholders, and clients.
  5. Continuous Learning: Commitment to staying updated with the latest web technologies, design trends, and industry standards.

  Experience:

  1. Portfolio: A robust portfolio that showcases a range of web design and development projects.
  2. Professional Experience: Depending on the level of the position, several years of professional experience in web development or design may be required.
  3. Work on Cross-Functional Teams: Experience working in collaborative environments with designers, developers, and content strategists.

  Employers may adjust these qualifications based on their specific needs, the complexity of the website to be managed, and the industry in which they operate. In some cases, extensive practical experience and a strong portfolio might substitute for formal educational qualifications.