Senior Software Developer (Hybrid/Kingston)

We are hiring a Senior Software Developer for our client in Kingston.

SENIOR SOFTWARE DEVELOPER (Hybrid/Kingston)

JOB SUMMARY:

Are you passionate about driving innovation and excellence in software development? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Senior Software Developer. In this role, you will lead the development of our advanced applications, collaborate with diverse teams to bring visionary ideas to life, and uphold the highest standards of software excellence and performance.

Our client, based in Kingston, Jamaica, is a dynamic solution provider for businesses of all sizes. At the core of our dedication to clients is a profound commitment to inspire better living through technology.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Innovate and create by designing, developing, and maintaining robust applications that push the boundaries of technology.
• Bring user-facing elements to life with seamless server-side logic.
• Guide the development of APIs with comprehensive documentation, setting the standard for excellence.
• Implement top-notch security practices to ensure secure communications across all applications.
• Tune applications for peak performance and scalability, ensuring a smooth user experience even as we grow.
• Utilize cloud services to deploy and maintain applications, leveraging the power of Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS.
• Configure and maintain CI/CD pipelines to streamline our development and deployment processes.
• Perform code reviews, provide mentorship, and foster the growth of junior developers.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and enhance existing software to keep our applications at the forefront of the industry.
• Lead the planning and management of the development lifecycle from concepts to delivery.
• Keep up with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our applications remain cutting-edge.
• Embrace our organizational culture by actively participating in company Initiatives.

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of five years of experience in software development.
• Proficiency in front-end development using modern frameworks and libraries.
• Extensive experience with backend development using PHP frameworks.
• Strong understanding of web server configuration and management.
• Expertise in database management.
• Solid experience with implementing secure applications and top-notch security practices.
• Proven experience in API development with comprehensive documentation.
• Proficiency in using version control systems.
• Experience with containerization technologies.
• Hands-on experience with cloud services, including both Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS, for deploying and managing applications.
• Experience in planning and managing the software development lifecycle.
• Proficiency in configuring and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and experience with CI/CD tools.
• Strong UI/UX skills.
• Ability to create system documentations and designs.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering an environment of mutual respectful collaboration.
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, attention to detail, and professionalism.
• Strong leadership skills and experience mentoring junior developers.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, with a strong sense of initiative.
• High enthusiasm, with a passion for driving positive changes and continuous improvement.
• Target-oriented with a focus on achieving goals, both individually and as part of a team.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies and familiarity with modern development practices and tools.
• A deep understanding of customer needs and a commitment to delivering exceptional service excellence.