PHP Developer
Dukan Express, Pakistan
Job Description
Excellent knowledge of programming in PHP is required.
Excellent knowledge of Database design and writing SQL queries.
Preferable to have worked and be proficient in at least one open source software like Opencart, Magento, WordPress.
Must be able to use JQuery and AJAX and work with valid xHTML.
Knowledge of some or all of the following will be an added advantage: GD Library, cURL, Smarty, Mambo, PayPal, Google Checkout, Payment Gateways, Shopping Carts, API, JQuery, Web Services, XML, AJAX, URL Rewriting, Cron Jobs, Triggers, Stored Procedures, XHTML, SEO, Blogs, RSS Feeds, Podcasts.
Experience of working with other programming languages such as Android & IOS Application and Classic will be a definite plus.
Job Specification
The ideal candidate will have expertise creating custom WordPress themes, plug-ins, and widgets from scratch
Deep understanding of WordPress, including theming and plug-in creation, custom content types, and site management
Extensive knowledge of modifying existing theme templates (support, extend and/or enhance existing code)
Aware of Opencart security pitfalls and follow best practices to ensure tight security
Experience writing custom PHP scripts and SQL queries for MySQL
Familiarity in applying client-side and server-side web performance optimization techniques
Experience in using Git
PHP 5.3+ OOP, Design patterns
HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery is a plus
Professional experience with open source platforms like Drupal and Magento is a plus
Experience of developing web applications is a plus