IT Job in Kenya for OTB Africa PHP Developer

Outside the Box Africa Limited (OTB Africa Limited) is a Software Company that specializes in mobile and web programming as well as enterprise software solutions.

OTB Africa Limited is a Kenyan company that was formed with a clear and focused mission: To be the pioneering force in making Africa a world class center of IT excellence and innovation.

We invite applications for job reference number: OTB/BSD/PHPD/2012

The Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining the OTB Africa Limited client’s applications utilizing in depth PHP, Graphic Design and MySQL skills.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Building and maintenance of core PHP based applications.
• To design and develop relational database systems and their web and wap interfaces.
• To monitor web server and site technical performance

Skills / Attributes Required

• Diploma or Degree in IT, Software, Computer Science or related areas
• At least 3 years previous PHP and MySQL programming experience (excluding college experience)
• Ability to code from scratch
• Strong database knowledge, specifically MySQL and MSSQL, strong PHP programming skills.
• Experience of the full software development life cycle: from requirements gathering and functional specification authoring, to development, testing and delivery
• Commercial experience in Web Application development and / or software development
• Good knowledge of the Linux command line essential.
• Front-end development including jQuery (desirable, not essential).
• Understanding of Ajax (desirable, not essential).
• Enthusiasm and an interest in all things technology
• A flexible attitude with proven experience of working in a small team.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task more than one software project is a must
• Good inter-personal relations.
• Must be willing and available to travel out of the country on specific projects

How to apply:

Send your CV and application letter indicating clearly the following:

• Years of experience
• Sample projects done
• Three referees
• Areas of expertise
• Date of birth
• Academic background
• Current and expected salary

Indicate on the E-mail subject line the job reference number

Send to: techjobs@otbafrica.com not later than 3rd April 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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