CakePHP Developer at Afritickets

CakePHP Developer at Afritickets Location: Victoria Island, Lagos Job type: Contract Desired Experience: Advanced Intermediate/Expert Application deadline: September 16, 2017 Job Description We are looking for a CakePHP Developer responsible for managing back-end services and the interchange of data between the server and the user. Your primary focus will be the development of all server-side logic, definition, and maintenance of the central database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. Responsibilities Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers Building efficient, testable, and reusable CakePHP components Solving complex performance problems and architectural challenges Integration of data storage solutions Creation and integration of necessary API’s Mintaining support for all web applications, mobile applications (iOS and Android), and affiliate applications Skills and Qualifications Strong grasp on PHP as a language and knowledge of its quirks Knowledge of object oriented PHP programming Strong knowledge of CakePHP and its extensive feature set Understanding of basic CakePHP conventions and patterns Knowledge of CakePHP’s object-relational mapping (ORM) Familiarity with the “Fat Model, Skinny Controller” approach Knowledge of CakePHP’s suite of helpers and their use in the presentation layer Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system User authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes Familiarity with SQL/NoSQL databases and their declarative query languages Understanding accessibility and security compliance like SHA512 Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git Familiarity with any of the following frameworks/software architecture paradigms is highly desirable but not required if a good understanding of JavaScript is present A good understanding of Laravel is an advantage but not necessary Ability to operate in a team and individually as well as be self-driven with an unwavering commitment to meet deadlines while delivering a high-quality product. Must have excellent problem-solving skills and love technical challenges If this is you, send your CV, bio, and portfolio to [email protected]