UNWFP - Beirut - Software Developer Associate SSA 6

Key Responsibilities (not all-inclusive, nor exhaustive):

Under the direct supervision of the Senior IT solution developer, the Software Developer will perform the following tasks:

• Support technical and architectural decisions to ensure that the product is delivered efficiently and with clearly explained technical rationale
• Develop and deliver high-quality code, under the supervision of the lead developer
• Proactively collaborate with the other team members as well as with the business users of the project
• Build detailed project plants and timelines, including deliverables and milestones
• Create the easy-to-read documentation of end-users as well as for support hand-over
• Customize, implement, and validate corporate solutions for the Lebanon office
• Engage with business users on their needs to document and implement change requests and resolve issues
• Perform any other task as required

Standard Minimum Qualifications:    

Education:  Secondary School Education. University degree in Design, Information Systems, Computer Science, or Information Technology is a plus

Experience:  At least two (2) years of professional experience in Software or Web Development

Languages: Fluency in both oral and written communication in English and Arabic. Knowledge of French language is an added advantage.

Technical Skills Required:

• Good working experience in PHP
• Good experience in using Laravel Framework
• A good understanding of REST API fundamental
• Good Knowledge in HTML5, CSS, JavaScript (or TypeScript)
• Good Experience with Angular Framework
• Good understanding of code versioning tools (such as git)
• Familiarity with various design and architectural patterns

Desirable Skills:

• Ability to interact with managers with maturity and tact
• Mature judgment with effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative spirit able to liaise with a wide range of people at all levels