Current Opportunities at SoluGrowth Pty Ltd

Front-end Developers are responsible for implementing visual elements that users see and interact within a web application. In general, they are supported by back-end web developers, who are responsible for server-side application logic and integration of the work front-end developers do.

• Use a variety of programming languages in order to create user-friendly web pages
• Maintain and improve company website
• Work in multidisciplinary team with other professionals such as back-end developers and web designers
• Build high-quality mockups and design different prototypes
• Provide high-quality graphics and visual elements
• Optimize our web applications for maximum speed
• Design mobile-based features
• Always stay consistent with our brand guidelines
• Get feedback from users and customers
• Make suggestions for better solutions to problems
• Keep abreast of latest and emerging technologies
• Attend training and educations 

Requirements

• 2-5 years of experience as a Front-end Developer
• Excellent knowledge of browser troubleshooting and debugging practices and techniques
• Knowledge of some SEO principles
• 2-5 years of experience with markup languages
• 2-5 years of experience with JavaScript, CSS and jQuery
• Knowledge of graphics software such as Adobe Suite, Photoshop etc.
• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
• Team player
• Good time-management skills
• Great interpersonal and communication skills
• BA in Computer Science or similar relevant field

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A Full Stack Developer is someone with an extensive knowledge to work on both the front-end and back-end of systems. We are looking for skilled and experienced Full Stack Developers to join our team! As a Full Stack Developer, you will be responsible for developing and implementing scalable software solutions.

• Developing and implementing software applications
• Developing software components and unit tests
• Implementing new features based on business requirements
• Collaborating with a team of developers and product managers
• Developing and maintaining quality software product code
• Troubleshooting, debugging and upgrading software
• Building scalable software solutions
• Assisting in enhancing existing software components and adding new features
• Writing technical documentation
• Providing technical leadership for the team

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience developing software
• Proficiency with multiple front-end programming languages
• Proficiency with multiple back-end programming languages
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong teamwork skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong organizational skills

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The Java Developer is responsible for the programming and development of applications and software using the popular programming language, Java.

• Deliver tactical and strategic improvements to large scale Java/J2EE/Mobile based product
• Formulates and defines system scope and objectives through research and fact-finding to develop or modify moderately complex information systems
• Design, develop and test Java based solutions using common standards and frameworks such as JAXB, JAX-WS, JAX-RS, JPA, JavaEE, Spring, and Hibernate
• Maintain and update all existing J2EE applications as needed
• Translate software requirements into working and maintainable solutions within the existing application frameworks
• Implement the product's lifecycle: Design, development, quality, deployment and maintenance
• Develop and adhere to best-practices for developing applications
• Continuously contribute to team performance improvement and collaboration
• Collaborate effectively across teams

Requirements

• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS or similar relevant field
• Previous working experience in Java development for (x) year(s)
• A love for developing software and solving difficult problems with simple solutions
• Experience in developing applications using Java EE platforms
• Experience in Spring, Struts, or equivalent J2EE framework software
• Working knowledge and experience with JQuery, Ajax, JSON, CSS, HTML
• Excellent skills in DB Schema design and SQL development
• Excellent knowledge of SQL and hands on experience with ORM frameworks such as Hibernate
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively
• Experience working in an Agile/Scrum development process

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The JavaScript Developer is responsible for the programming and development of applications and software using the popular programming language, Java. We are looking for motivated JavaScript Developers to come join our agile team of professionals. Our ideal candidate will have experience implementing JavaScript applications with an emphasis on optimization, API design and architecture.

• Develop and enhance our main front end platform - website
• Develop new user-facing features
• Design and develop new front end applications for various platforms Help out with front end work on other applications (HTML/CSS/JS in Ruby applications)
• Develop specifications and designs for complex applications or modifying/maintaining complex existing applications
• Perform code analysis, requirements analysis, identification of code metrics, system risk analysis and software reliability analysis
• Performance tuning, improvement, balancing, usability, automation

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years + experience in web technologies, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS or similar relevant field
• Full stack web development experience
• Expert knowledge of JavaScript with a strong understanding of JavaScript fundamentals such as prototype inheritance, composition, CommonJS/AMD module systems using RequireJS
• Experience with a responsive design for desktop/mobile
• Extensive HTML/CSS/AJAX/Javascript (jQuery, Backbone/Angular/Ember) coding experience
• CSS compiler knowledge (E.g., Sass, LESS)
• Experience with other JS libraries like ExtJS, Backbone.js, Angular.js, Node.js and other frameworks
• Ability to work in an Agile environment

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The Node.js Developer is an IT professional who is responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users.

• Work as part of a team developing applications and services using Agile development methods
• Contribute to team and organizational improvements in process and infrastructure
• Build customer-facing UI and back-end services for payment processing administration and management
• Code, teste and operate node.js based services
• Effectively use tools and ingenuity to identify and fix defects before they become a problem

Requirements

• Previous working experience as a Node.js Developer for 2 to 5+ years
• BA in computer science or similar relevant field
• In depth knowledge of Node.js
• Hands on experience with HTML, CSS, and AJAX
• Development experience designing object oriented JavaScript and SVG
• Applicable knowledge of web libraries and frameworks such as AngularJS, Polymer, and Closure
• Familiarity with the whole web stack, including protocols and web server optimization techniques
• Strong analytical skills and problem solving aptitude
• Attention to details

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PHP developers (often simply called "Back-End Web Developer") are an IT expert specialized in designing and developing large scale Web applications.

• Develop, record and maintain cutting edge web-based PHP applications on portal plus premium service platforms
• Build innovative, state-of-the-art applications and collaborate with the User Experience (UX) team
• Ensure HTML, CSS, and shared JavaScript is valid and consistent across applications
• Prepare and maintain all applications utilizing standard development tools
• Utilize backend data services and contribute to increase existing data services API
• Lead the entire web application development life cycle right from concept stage to delivery and post launch support
• Refactor, optimize and improve the existing codebase for maintenance and scale
• Use test driven development and acceptance tests to ensure feature quality
• Interface with customer and internal teams to gather requirements and develop software solutions
• Convey effectively with all task progress, evaluations, suggestions, schedules along with technical and process issues
• Document the development process, architecture, and standard components
• Coordinate with co-developers and keeps project manager well informed of the status of development effort and serves as liaison between development staff and project manager
• Keep abreast of new trends and best practices in web development

Requirements

• Previous working experience as a PHP Developer for 2 to 5+ years
• BS/MS  in Computer Science, Engineering or a similar relevant field
• User authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments
• Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system
• Familiarity with limitations of PHP as a platform and its workarounds
• Proficient in PHP, HTML5, JavaScript, JQuery Expert
• Experience with PHP MVC frameworks (Symfony, Kohana, CodeIgniter, Zend, etc.)
• Extensive experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO).
• Hands on Angular, couchDB and/or MongoDB
• Excellent relational database skills with MySQL
• Experience with building restful JSON web services
• Knowledge of API's, such as twitter, Facebook, Google maps, Instagram, etc.
• Understanding of responsive design frameworks such as bootstrap

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Description

• Responsible for providing operational and administrative support
• Documentation flow through the group in respect of personnel files, employment contract , job descriptions, pension fund and leave application
• Draft offer letters
• Liaise with provident fund service provider
• Manage the drafting and record keeping of all job profiles
• Review and assist with the drafting of company policies
• Manage staff training
• Manage exit process
• Manage personnel leave system
• Manage and maintain payroll system
• Complete agendas and minutes

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management
• Advanced MS office
• Knowledge of employment legislation eg. labour relations act , basic employment conditions act
• South African Citizen
• 5-7 years work related skills and experience