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MOD is a successful and fast-paced company that specialises in building on-line solutions to assist consumers in finding information that is not easily accessible on the web and clients in delivering web solutions to move their businesses forward in a challenging environment. We’re currently looking for a developer who can show all of the above and also has a real flair for creativity and problem-solving.

Do you:

1. Want to become part of a small, lively company where you can really shine and take pride in your work?
2. Love social bookmarking sites (digg, delicious, reddit), blogging, Google map mash ups, AJAX, Google video, Flickr, Facebook, Twitter, You Tube and generally everything to do with Web 2.0 but want to build Web 3.0?
3. Think LAMP would beat WIMSA in a fight?
4. Adhere to the DRY (don’t repeat yourself) principle of coding and database design?
5. Relish the challenge of building (cross-(browser|platform|media)) + compatible code to the highest web standards? Have experience in translating comps and wireframes into flexible and usable code templates (using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery) Understand web server administration, DNS, SSL certificates, and other server related technologies.

If you have answered yes to all of the above please read on…

Are you:

1. Keen to show off your skills?
2. Willing to push yourself to the limit?
3. A good all-rounder (HTML/CSS/Design skills as well as PHP/MySQL)?
4. Familiar with, and adhere to web standards and best practices for load time reduction and accessibility?
5. A real team player?
6. Able to have a good laugh with your co-workers?

Every person in our company plays a key role in its success, and after a few weeks you’ll realise just how important you really are! With a good salary, dependant on skills and experience, plus bonuses and benefits, you can be sure that you will be looked after well.

Within this position, you’ll be working closely with the content and design manager, and will work under the direction of the directors in a variety of development tasks, focusing mainly on consumer-side development (HTML integration, dynamic design, database integration).

Key technical skills in the role would include:

1. PHP & MySQL
2. xHTML & CSS (Level 1 & 2)
3. Javascript XML and Ajax
4. cURL and Data Mining techniques

Required Skills:

1. PHP/MySQL/Adobe Dreamweaver is a must
2. Solid knowledge of web technologies HTML, XML, Web Services, AJAX, Javascript, CSS, Web Servers (IIS and Apache), ..etc is a must
3. ASP.NET using C#/MS-SQL Server 2005/2008 is a plus
4. Classic ASP/MS-Access is a plus
5. Framework knowledge
6. Widget development
7. Custom CMS themes
8. CMS Customizations and plugin development
9. PSD to XHTML services
10. Javascript Plugin creation
11. Facebook/MySpace applications
12. iPhone applications
13. Ecommerce integration
14. Flash and Actionscript Knowledge

Task Description:

The developer will contribute in more than one project using more than one technology combination. Quality of work, work under pressure and strict adherance to deadlines is of utmost importance. Ability to develop knowledgebase and acquire hands on knowledge of new technologies by self study is important. Creativity and thinking outside the box is required in all areas.