Vacancy title:
Programmer/Web Developer

Jobs at:
Infinity Computers & Communications

Deadline of this Job:
15th November 2017

Duty Station:
Kampala, Uganda

Job details:
Infinity Computers & Communications Company Ltd (I3C) is a Technology Enterprise with a footprint in Uganda and the wider East Africa Sub-Region. Our company's work spans over 15 years of experience in several African markets having previously traded as Computer Frontiers International LTD (CFI). Our core business is IT & Telecom.

Job Summary: The Programmer/Web Developer will be responsible for designing, coding, and Modifying websites, from layout to function and according to a client’s specifications. Strive to create visually appealing sites that feature user friendly design and clear navigation.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Web application design and programming using languages such as word press, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, JQuery and API’s.
• Strongly understanding UI, Cross Browser Compatibility, general web functions and standards.
• Regularly attend meetings with business Stakeholders and Executive management to present/promote designed prototypes/ideas.
• Strive to create visually appealing sites that feature user friendly design and clear navigation.
• Maintain database/web security and data integrity through the use of access codes and efficient password system.
•  Be able to identify potential site users and design a website to appeal to these constituents.
•  Writing and editing content as well as designing webpage layout.
• Perform regular data backup, and validate integrity of data backup.
• Perform database automation and script writing.
• Systems analysis periodic testing and upgrade to ensure programs run efficiently and can meet new technology trends.
• Ensure availability of accurate documentation of guidelines and procedures for effectively managing and maintaining the websites/databases.
• Work closely with account managers to fully understand Client expectations.
• Prepare/compile agreed periodic activity and performance reports for the attention of the Manager in charge.
• Perform any other duties assigned to you.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or any other related discipline.
• Webmaster skills and an understanding of open source Database systems.
•  Good knowledge at Expert level in the use and implementation of open source Content Management Systems (CMS). One who from day one can work with Wordpress and its plugins, and one, who would be able to build applets in styling scripting language such as JavaScript, and also identify existing plugins and be able to modify these to achieve specific objectives of a task at hand.
• For Applicants with expert level skills, there could be a possibility for a consultancy role where the selected persons work on their own, off-site and strictly work within the stipulated scope of work, and be able to meet i3C quality of work standards
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent multi-tasking skills that sometimes require managing one’s own schedule yet being expected to deliver on client deadlines.
• High degree of confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Possession of any other related Certification is an added advantage.

Job application procedure
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online, Click Here and also send their applications via mail to; jobs@i3c.co.ug