Shift is hiring a
Senior Web Developer

Summary

The Senior Web Developer will design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications using various programming languages, collaborate with cross-functional teams, provide technical leadership, implement automated testing frameworks, ensure security, research new technologies, troubleshoot complex issues, and stay up-to-date with web development trends. The ideal candidate should have expert knowledge of JavaScript, proficiency in MongoDB, strong understanding of Linux systems, extensive experience with PHP, solid understanding of web development principles, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of web security principles.

Requirements

• Expert knowledge of JavaScript
• Proficiency in MongoDB
• Strong understanding of Linux systems
• Understand Git version control
• Extensive experience with PHP
• Solid understanding of web development principles and best practices
• Strong problem-solving and debugging abilities
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and project management
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and scalable code
• Knowledge of web security principles and secure coding practices
• Experience with testing frameworks and automation
• Understanding of performance optimisation techniques
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure web applications using a variety of programming languages, frameworks, and tools
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior developers, ensuring adherence to coding standards, best practices, and project timelines
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality, maintainability, and performance
• Implement and maintain automated testing frameworks, continuous integration, and deployment pipelines
• Ensure web applications are secure by following security best practices, conducting vulnerability assessments, and implementing appropriate security measures
• Research and evaluate new technologies, frameworks, and development tools to improve development processes and enhance application capabilities
• Participate in architectural design discussions and contribute to the development of technical roadmaps
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues, identify root causes, and propose sustainable solutions
• Stay up-to-date with the latest web development trends, technologies, and industry best practices through continuous learning and professional development

Preferred Qualifications

• Laravel framework
• React.js library
• Node.js runtime environment
• Electron framework
• Go programming language
• AWS (Amazon Web Services) cloud platform
• Serverless architecture and deployment