Web Developer

Who we are

Zanziholics Digital Agency, based in Zanzibar, is a comprehensive marketing solutions provider offering a wide range of services including Web Services, Content Creation, and Digital and Offline Marketing. With a focus on client-centric, data-driven strategies, the agency excels in crafting tailored marketing plans that fuse technological expertise with creative innovation.

Led by a team of seasoned professionals, Zanziholics is committed to empowering businesses through transformative digital and offline strategies, all aimed at achieving measurable results. With its holistic approach and commitment to excellence, the agency is on a steadfast mission to become the leading marketing company in Zanzibar.

We are looking for

The ideal Web Developer candidate for Zanziholics Digital Agency is a versatile and highly motivated professional with strong skills in front-end and back-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and relevant frameworks. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities are crucial, as the role involves collaborating with clients, designers, and marketers to create unified, effective web solutions. A keen eye for detail and a proactive approach to staying updated on industry trends are also highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain client websites, ensuring optimal functionality and user experience.
• Collaborate with designers to translate visual designs into functional web pages.
• Implement responsive designs to ensure cross-platform compatibility.
• Optimize websites for speed and SEO best practices.
• Work with back-end technologies to create, integrate, and manage databases.
• Maintain API integrations for third-party services.
• Participate in project planning and contribute to technical decisions.
• Perform regular updates and fixes, as well as troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Collaborate closely with marketing teams to align web development with overall marketing strategies.
• Keep abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure the company and its projects stay current.

Qualifications

• Strong Portfolio: Showcasing a range of web projects.
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in front-end and optional back-end languages, plus frameworks like React or Angular.
• Responsive Design: Proven experience in cross-platform compatibility.
• SEO Knowledge: Basic understanding of search engine optimization.
• API Experience: Ability to work with third-party APIs for integrations.
• Version Control: Familiarity with tools like Git.
• Problem-solving: Efficient diagnostic and debugging skills.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in translating designs to code.
• Up-to-date Knowledge: Commitment to staying current in the industry.
• Client Focus: Capability to understand and meet client needs.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

How to apply

• Prepare Your Portfolio: Ensure your portfolio is up-to-date and demonstrates a range of relevant web development projects.
• Update Resume: Revise your resume to emphasize experiences and skills that are pertinent to the qualifications outlined for the position.
• Email Introduction as Cover Letter: When sending your application via email, your email introduction can serve as the cover letter. Clearly outline why you are an ideal candidate and how you could contribute to the team at Zanziholics Digital Agency.
• Application Submission: Send your updated resume and the link to your portfolio by email to admin@zanziholics.com by September 10th, 2023.
• Follow-Up: All applicants will receive a response within 72 hours of email submission. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by September 14th.
• Interview Process: Interviews will be conducted on September 18th via Google Meet. The duration will be a maximum of 1 hour. Shortlisted candidates will be given the opportunity to select time slots and are responsible for adhering to them.
• Offer & Acceptance: The selected candidate will be required to report to work on Monday, October 2nd.