Description:

• The ideal candidate is creative, very strong software and database designer with strong OOD skills, can work independently, has good communications skills and can brainstorm with the team on new ideas. He/she works well in a fast paced environment and deals professionally with both teammates and clients in order to meet business and technical demands. Some of the responsibilities will include:
• Develop new solutions using industry standard technologies (specifically HTML, PHP, JavaScript, and MySQL).
• Provide input on web platform design and configuration to maximize application performance.
• Suggest code and design optimizations to improve the scalability of the applications and maximize performance.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of web application architecture and OO technology as implemented in a LAMP environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on PHP with strong web application development experience.
• 2+ years of experience with MySQL, HTML and Javascript.
• 1+ years of experience with XML and Linux.
• Experience with Apache, Subversion and CVS is highly desired.
• Demonstrated ability to work very well under pressure and keep abreast of current technology.
• Excellent project management and multitasking capabilities.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills with little supervision.
• Bachelors Degree or more advanced degree in Computer Science.

Compensation
$50-75K + other incentives

Contact Ronnie Henderson for more information (rhenderson [at] rjbyrd [dot] com)
rjbyrd.com

Summary: Creates and maintains highly database driven web products with multiple end user interfaces

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Follow code through different stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (Analysis, Design, Code Development, System Integration, End User Testing, Documentation, and Code Maintenance)
• Work closely with development team during the SDLC
• Develop time estimates for project deliverables
• Perform other duties as assigned by IT Manager

Work Skills:

• Positive attitude
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analysis and organization skills
• Dedication and willingness to work hard often under high production pressure
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Team Oriented
• Detail Oriented
• Process Oriented
• Willingness to learn new things
• Ability to work independently and maintain focus after instructions are given without much supervision
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Possess the ability to work on multiple projects, define tasks and assign priority levels with minimal supervision

Experience:

• 5 + years professional experience using procedural PHP
• 5 + years professional experience using MySQL
• Experience with the following preferred:
  • CSS
  • HTML
  • Web Services
  • XML
  • LAMP Stack
  • JavaScript
  • End User Testing
  • Web Security
  • C/C++
  • PHP 5
  • MySQL 5
  • Subversion/CVS

Qualifications:

• ZEND Certification preferred
• MySQL Certification preferred
• Knowledge of computer hardware, software, infrastructure, and networking
• Ability to write documentation, including but not limited to Scope Documents, Design Documents, Release Notes, and Code Comments
• High standard of English and Mathematics

Education:
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or closely related field

Physical Demands
Sit up to 8 hours per day, must be able to lift 20-30 lbs occasionally

Work Environment
Professional, business setting