Sr. Web Developer - 6+ Year Experience

MJ Affiliate is a leading player in the computer software industry, specializing in cutting-edge digital solutions. Located in Karachi, we are dedicated to transforming businesses through innovative software applications. We are currently looking for a skilled Web Developer with 6 years of experience to join our dynamic team.

**Responsibilities:**
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and implement innovative solutions.
- Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

**Required Skills:**
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern web frameworks (e.g., React, Angular).
- Experience with back-end development (Node.js, PHP, or similar).
- Strong understanding of database management (MySQL, MongoDB).
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.

**Educational Qualification:**
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Technical Skills:

1. Front-End Development:

HTML5 & CSS3: Strong knowledge of modern HTML and CSS to create semantic, accessible, and responsive web pages.

JavaScript (ES6+): Advanced proficiency in JavaScript, including ES6+ features such as arrow functions, async/await, destructuring, etc.

Front-End Frameworks/Libraries: Experience with popular JavaScript frameworks like:

React.js (highly recommended)

Vue.js

Angular

CSS Frameworks: Familiarity with frameworks like:

Bootstrap

Tailwind CSS

SASS/SCSS

Responsive Design: Expertise in building responsive, mobile-first websites using Media Queries and frameworks like Bootstrap or Flexbox/Grid.

Version Control (Git): Strong proficiency in using Git for version control (e.g., GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket).

2. Back-End Development:

Server-Side Technologies:

Node.js (most commonly used in modern web development)

PHP (for WordPress, Laravel, etc.)

Python (with Django, Flask)

Java (Spring, Hibernate)

Ruby on Rails

API Development & Integration:

Strong experience with creating and consuming RESTful APIs.

Familiarity with GraphQL for data querying.

Authentication & Security:

Knowledge of OAuth, JWT (JSON Web Tokens), and SSL/TLS for secure communication.

Implementing best practices for securing applications (e.g., input validation, encryption).

3. Database Management:

Relational Databases: Strong knowledge of SQL and relational databases like:

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Non-Relational Databases (NoSQL): Experience with NoSQL databases such as:

MongoDB

CouchDB

ORM (Object Relational Mapping): Familiarity with ORMs like:

Sequelize (for Node.js)

Hibernate (for Java)

ActiveRecord (for Ruby on Rails)

4. Web Performance & Optimization:

Page Speed Optimization: Knowledge of techniques to improve web performance (e.g., image optimization, lazy loading, reducing HTTP requests).

Caching: Familiarity with browser caching, server-side caching, CDNs (Content Delivery Networks), and Redis or Memcached.

SEO Best Practices: Understanding of on-page SEO techniques, schema markup, and optimizing content for search engines.

5. DevOps & Deployment:

CI/CD (Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment) tools like:

Jenkins

CircleCI

GitLab CI

Travis CI

Docker: Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker for creating consistent development and production environments.

Web Servers: Experience with configuring and managing web servers such as Apache, Nginx, or Node.js server.

6. Testing & Debugging:

Unit Testing: Knowledge of testing frameworks such as:

Jest

Mocha

Chai

End-to-End Testing: Experience with tools like Cypress, Selenium, or Puppeteer for automating browser testing.

Debugging: Strong debugging skills using browser developer tools, Node.js debuggers, and logging.

7. CMS & E-commerce Platforms (Optional but Preferred):

Experience with content management systems (CMS) like:

WordPress (theme and plugin development)

Drupal

Experience with E-commerce platforms like:

Shopify

Magento

WooCommerce

Soft Skills:

1. Problem-Solving:

Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues across both the front-end and back-end.

Creative in finding solutions to challenges related to performance, scalability, and user experience.

2. Collaboration & Teamwork:

Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams (designers, product managers, other developers).

Comfortable with collaborative tools like Slack, Trello, Jira, or Asana.

Experience mentoring junior developers and promoting best practices within the team.

3. Time Management & Prioritization:

Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively and meet deadlines.

Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

4. Communication:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Ability to write clear, concise documentation and comments in code.

5. Adaptability & Continuous Learning:

Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools, technologies, and frameworks.

Passion for staying updated with the latest trends and best practices in web development.

6. Attention to Detail:

Focused on producing high-quality, bug-free, and maintainable code.

A strong eye for design details, ensuring the integrity of visual elements in user interfaces.

Bonus Skills (Nice to Have):

Mobile Development: Familiarity with mobile-first design principles and tools like React Native or Flutter.

Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud services such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform, or Azure.

WebSockets: Experience implementing real-time communication features (e.g., chat, notifications).