PHP Developer with Network Security Administration Experience
Want to join a fun, exciting internet company?
Ringier Kenya is a branch of a leading international media company with over 8,000 employees worldwide.
Be a part of our small but dynamic team and experience the thrill of being part of one of Africa’s fastest growing internet companies.
The PHP Developer is responsible for the creation and implementation of a wide variety of Web-based products using PHP, JavaScript, MySQL and AJAX.
The developer will also be responsible for the overall health of the network, server deployment, security, and ensures that the network connectivity meets the technical parameters prescribed by the network hierarchy of the company.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Participating in a team-oriented environment to develop complex web-based applications.
- Maintaining existing codebase, to include troubleshooting bugs and adding new features.
- Developer will code, debug, and unit test systems per requirements and technical design.
- DB Design and Development. Developer will be expected to code, update, debug and optimize SQL.
- User Access Control.
- Oversee the Network Firewall Administration and Management.
- VoIP Services Administration and Management.
Skills and Abilities
- OOP experience.
- Experience working with Joomla CMS required.
- Experience working with large MySQL databases and complicated database structures.
- Knowledge of and experience applying design patterns e.g MVC a plus.
- VoIP Services Experience.
- Network Firewall Administration Experience.
- Past experience with a User Access Control System a plus.
- Knowledge of international web standards and protocols is very important.
- Ability to adapt and pick up new techniques and technology.
- Must be able to stay on top of advancing internet and computer technology and its effects to the business environment.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A Computer Science Bachelor’s degree or any Software Development related qualification a plus.
- A CCNA Certification a plus.
All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a small Joomla task to build a custom extension using Joomla 2.5 (to be provided).
Location: The position is based in Kenya, Nairobi
Duration: Full-Time
In order to be considered for an interview, email your application to recruit@ringier.co.ke by 28th June 2013.