{"id":10954,"date":"2013-05-31T09:40:34","date_gmt":"2013-05-31T09:40:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/?p=10954"},"modified":"2013-12-27T12:37:32","modified_gmt":"2013-12-27T12:37:32","slug":"explainerdc-ghana-senior-web-developer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/joblistghana.com\/explainerdc-ghana-senior-web-developer.html","title":{"rendered":"ExplainerDC Ghana: Senior Web Developer"},"content":{"rendered":"
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ExplainerDC (www.explainerdc.com.gh<\/a>) is Ghana\u2019s leading web development, internet marketing and web hosting company, established in 2001. We service more than 100 clients in Ghana and abroad such as Vodafone, The UN and Soci\u00e9t\u00e9 G\u00e9n\u00e9rale. Our projects range from corporate websites to information portals and marketing campaigns. We have also set up several e-ventures together with partners, such as YellowPages (www.yellowpages.com.gh<\/a>) and RackAfrica, the first carrier-neutral data centre in West Africa (www.rackafrica.com<\/a>).<\/p>\n

We are currently looking for a\u00a0Senior Web Developer<\/b><\/p>\n

to be located in Accra, Ghana, with previous experience of leading a team within a formal software development environment.\u00a0\u00a0You must have a solid understanding of web technology, the software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies and be comfortable as part of a successful team.\u00a0\u00a0You need to be a great communicator, be full of enthusiasm and have a can-do attitude.<\/p>\n

The responsibilities require an innovative, solution-oriented thinker with a clear ability to understand client business needs, in order to develop sound and creative web solutions.\u00a0\u00a0You must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to deliver product knowledge to both technical and non-technical audiences.\u00a0\u00a0Proven organisational skills and ability to work in a prioritised way, on several simultaneous projects, are essential, as are an important focus on project delivery and the ability to cope under pressure.<\/p>\n

It is an exciting time for the Internet in Africa. This is a great opportunity to live and work in Ghana, being part of and contributing to the growth of a leading African internet company which creates top web applications for the global market.<\/p>\n

We will reward you with a competitive salary, health insurance, a performance bonus and the opportunity to share in the success of the company by owning shares.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Required Skills or Experience<\/strong><\/p>\n

Core Skills<\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Strong product knowledge of Kentico CMS and Portal Engine, including E-commerce functionality, working in both ASPX and mixed mode (ASPX + Portal) environments;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0In-depth knowledge of web technologies and standards;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0ASP.NET, C#, SQL Server, MVC;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0A solid understanding of JavaScript platforms;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Database and ETL development;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Daily experience of Version control tools and process;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Producing technical specifications.<\/p>\n

Job Responsibilities<\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Supervision of a development team, providing:<\/p>\n

o\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Technical direction, review and approval of team members\u2019 output;<\/p>\n

o\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Creativity, general technical solutions and quality code;<\/p>\n

o\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Accurate development estimates.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0To improve your own knowledge and acquire new skills through structured self-education, research and development;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Maintain a high awareness of product and industry issues and trends within the team, particularly in regard to accessibility, usability, and emerging technologies.<\/p>\n

Nice to Have<\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Scrum\/Agile experience;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0An understanding of web hosting and management;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Knowledge of the Windows Server networking environment.<\/p>\n

Job Qualifications<\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Degree or equivalent;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Kentico Certification;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Microsoft certification desirable.<\/p>\n

Experience<\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a03 years+ in a corporate environment;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0International experience desirable.<\/p>\n

Tools<\/b><\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Microsoft Visual Studio IDE;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio;<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Apache Subversion.<\/p>\n

How To Apply<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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To apply please send a detailed application with your CV to Kojo Abedi,<\/p>\n

kojo@explainerdc.com.gh<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Offer valid till:\u00a030 Jun, 2013<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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