Software Engineer - eCommerce - KCS - Johannesburg

As a Senior Engineer in this fast-paced environment, you will create and implement client-side solutions on top of the KCS Ecommerce Products. The Engineer is responsible for writing server-side web application logic. PHP developers usually develop back-end components, connect the application with the other (often third-party) web services, and support the Web Designer by integrating their work with the application. Key Responsibilities: Software Engineering responsibilities Conducting analysis of website and application requirements provided by the Customer, eCommerce Solution Designer or Product Owner. Writing detailed and comprehensive technical documents that describes all technical procedures related to product development in order to solve the functional use cases and requirements presented. Using PHP to produce user-friendly HTML web solutions. Writing back-end code and building efficient PHP modules. Developing back-end portals with an optimized database. Collaboration Collaboration with other members of the team to improve usability on existing and new projects. Working with colleagues in other KCS teams with integration into ERP systems Ensuring high-quality and efficient/optimized source code to maximize response times, and a slick user experience. Liaising with clients where necessary. Existing projects Troubleshooting application and code issues. Finalizing back-end features and testing web applications. Updating and altering application features to enhance performance. Key Requirements: Experience & Knowledge: Deep understanding of both development processes, as well as a strong technical background. Experience in the following technologies PHP JQuery HTML Less/CSS/Flexbox Apache MySQL/MariaDB Linux (maintaining local website distributions) Git Twig templating Zend Framework/Laminas MVC Composer Bower Bootsrap JIRA Automated release procedures Agile JSON-LD rich snippets Full stack development Photoshop/Gimp Mobile and desktop design practices Web Services - SOAP/Restful/JSON/XML A/B Testing ASP.NET / C# / SQL Server / IIS (as secondary skills set) Proven work experience in a Web Developer role Experience in browser testing and debugging (e.g. Chrome Console) Knowledge of SEO and its implementation Knowledge of eCommerce Working knowledge of various tools, open-source technologies, and cloud services Skills & Competencies: The ability to solve problems and take decisive action within a highly complex ecosystem and within a global context The ability to facilitate and clearly document and communicate product requirements effectively to all levels of business, delivery and customer stakeholders The ability to build and maintain strong and trusted relationships with all levels of business, delivery and customers stakeholders The ability to present objectively with authority and confidence to senior levels of business, delivery and customer stakeholders The ability to adapt to change in any periods of change/disruption The ability to accurately prioritise, organise and plan their work and to seek continuous improvement to drive efficiencies in their product space Key KCS behaviours: Must have a pro-active, positive, open and collaborative approach to working with others in a team Must be open to learning new skills and self-development to drive both personal and team growth Must be comfortable in giving feedback at all levels with integrity as well as receiving it to build trust Company Info Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is the market leader in developing and delivering fully integrated business management solutions for distributors, suppliers, resellers, wholesalers and merchants. Our mission is simple: to design, implement and support high performance systems that enable our customers to source effectively, stock efficiently, sell profitably and service competitively. Equal Opportunities KCS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires us to adjust the recruiting process please do advise us when contacted. If this role is of interest to you please apply online. To all recruitment agencies: KCS does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers site or direct to KCS employee. KCS is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Apply Now

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