ICT OFFICER I (WEB DEVELOPER) - GRADE TEN (10)

Responsibilities

●       Develop and maintain backend infrastructure for our internal systems and public website, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure functionality.

●       Optimize performance by refactoring and improving existing code, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and security.

●       Conduct regular code reviews to ensure high-quality code and adherence to best practices in backend development.

●       Continuously monitor and improve the security of our backend systems, staying ahead of potential threats and vulnerabilities.

●       Manage database operations using Laravel's Eloquent ORM and MySQL, ensuring data integrity and efficient data management.

●       API development and management

Requirements

- Laravel: Senior-level expertise in Laravel and PHP, with a minimum of 3 years of experience:

●       PHP and Laravel: Deep understanding of core PHP concepts and proficient in using the Laravel framework to develop complex applications.

●       Eloquent ORM & MySQL: Expertise in Laravel's Eloquent ORM for efficient database operations and strong knowledge of MySQL database management.

●       Unit Testing: Proficiency in writing and maintaining unit tests to ensure the stability and reliability of backend systems.

●       Optimization: Ability to optimize application performance, focusing on load times, query efficiency, and server resource usage.

●       Blade: Skilled in leveraging Laravel Blade templating for dynamic content rendering and efficient UI development.

●       Experience with DevOps: Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and server management is required.

- Bonus Skills: Understanding of Front-End Technologies: Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like Vue.js or React.js is a plus, though the primary focus will be on backend development.

Experience & Education

●     Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

●     Professional Experience: Typically 3–5 years of experience in backend development.

●     Portfolio: A portfolio of web projects showcasing skills

How to apply

Interested and qualified persons will be required to send their certified copies of academic/professional certificates and an application letter including a curriculum vitae with email and telephone contacts for three (3) referees.

To be considered, ten (10) copies of your application must be received on or before 13^th May, 2025 addressed to: -

The Vice Chancellor,

Kisii University,

P.O Box 408-40200,
KISII