Web Developer, Tech Solutions

Reports to: Director, Tech Solutions

Purpose: The holder of this position is responsible for supporting the AUC system. He/she is also responsible for analyzing user requirements, procedures and problems to provide software solutions using open-source tools that will automate or improve existing systems.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning the roadmap for the AUC systems development including the AUC community intranet
• Analyzing user requirements; envisioning system features and functionality
• Support in evaluating user requirements compared to business rules
• Contribute to designing software solutions that meet users’ requirements
• Assist in planning, developing, maintaining and enhancing systems based on business requirements using approved technologies and coding standards
• Collaborate with various departments to gather accurate specifications for new enhancements and applications
• Screen and optimize systems to ensure the best performance
• Translate requirements and use cases into technical designs and functional code
• Monitor routine content changes and ensure the accuracy of content data feeds
• Support in creating and presenting multiple technical solutions that show thoughtful approaches to strategy and issue resolution
• Maintaining web development documentation, testing cases and specifications
• Support other developers with programming issues
• Generate design documents, source code and other work products necessary for the ongoing success of the product(s)
• Performs software testing and writes test cases and SW validation scripts
• Applies and maintains quality standards
• Aids in assessing the severity of problems, determines corrective action, resolves technical problems and performs fault isolation and implements solutions
• Assist in system building, back-end/module development and administration including patching and upgrades
• Responsible for designing and implementing new features and functionality, ensuring high performance and availability and managing all technical aspects of the environment
• Responsible for helping formulate an effective, responsive design and turning it into a working theme
• Keeps abreast of improvements in programming techniques
• Perform other related duties as requested by the direct supervisor

Requirements:

Minimum Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience including 3 years in the same field
• Experience in the Drupal environment is a plus

Skills:

• Excellent command of spoken and written Arabic and English
• Ability to architect enterprise Drupal solutions including data, display and information architecture
• Excellent programming skills in PHP, HTML5/XHTML, CSS, JS and jQuery
• Familiar with Java coding including different frameworks: JSF, JWT, JHipster, Spring and others
• Familiar with C++ and C sharp language
• Strong understanding of industry trends and content management systems
• Good experience with responsive and adaptive design
• Good knowledge of open-source databases implementation such as MySQL
• Comfortable working with debugging tools like Firebug, Chrome inspector and others
• Capable of quickly learning and applying new technologies and software
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work and contribute to team projects
• Ability to conduct research in a chosen domain

This position is open until March 30, 2023

Placement is based on the candidate’s experience and skills. Only candidates who make it to the shortlist will be contacted.

"The American University in Cairo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply."

“We thank all individuals who have expressed interest in working at The American University in Cairo.”