Web Developer / PHP

NorthWest Skills Institute — Vancouver, CA
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About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable Full Stack Web Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience in designing web solutions from scratch, managing ambiguity, and delivering projects in environments where formal scopes of work are not always provided. You will work closely with stakeholders, communicate technical concepts in layman terms, and proactively manage shifting priorities to ensure project success.

Employment Model

In addition to full-time, we will also consider candidates for hybrid, part-time or contract work. Irrespective of model, the expectation is the successful candidate will spend some time each week in the Vancouver office.

The Challenge

  • Integrating CRM, Fintech, LMS, and other business essential applications so they talk to each other and reduce administrative burden.
  • Reduce complexity of existing workflows.
  • Simplify technology platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan and manage projects, ensuring clear communication and alignment with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Ensure all corporate websites remain current and responsive to changing market and business needs.
  • Work with WordPress, including administering, custom theming, and implementing solutions with or without plugins.
  • Maintain and ensure the company intranet and application modules are operational.
  • Design and build new web applications, ensuring functionality, scalability, and user-friendly interfaces.

Back End Responsibilities

  • Leverage available APIs ensuring interoperability between platforms such as Corporate Websites and custom applications.
  • Investigate, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs in web applications and lead generating landing pages.
  • Manage and maintain web servers (e.g., Apache, Nginx) and databases, ensuring secure configurations.
  • Manage web operations, including DNS records, mail servers, and hosting services.
  • Administer SSL/TLS certificates for secure communications.

Required Skills, Abilities & Qualifications

  • Technical Proficiency: LAMP Stack, Vanilla PHP, MySQL, CSS/SASS/SCSS, HTML.
  • Familiarity with Debian, UI/UX principles, Responsive Web Design, API Integration, and Security best practices.
  • WordPress Custom Theming and Administration experience.
  • Experience using Plesk or Shell for server management.
  • Ability to design and maintain databases.
  • Understanding of organic SEO and implementing best practices.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and experience analyzing user requirements.
  • Ability to communicate technical ideas clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Efficient project completion while managing multiple projects with evolving specifications.
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