Senior Software Engineer (Wordpress) at Reliance HMO

Position Overview: 

• As a Software Engineer at Reliance Health, you will play a pivotal role in developing, maintaining and optimizing the software used by our customers, our staff and our healthcare partners. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, and stakeholders, to identify opportunities for automation and to streamline our user experiences and processes.
• Through your expertise in software engineering, you will contribute to the evolution of the Reliance Health platform, creating delightful and efficient interactions that empower our customers whilst maintaining rigorous standards of quality and security.
• You will be responsible for building, and maintaining user interfaces that are not only visually stunning but also highly functional and responsive.
• You will work closely with product designers and backend developers to create seamless and delightful user experiences. 

Responsibilities: 

Proficiency in WordPress:  

• In-depth knowledge of WordPress architecture, themes, plugins, and APIs. Experience working with popular WordPress frameworks and page builders. 

Front-End Technologies:  

• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and related front-end technologies. Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks such as React is a plus. 

Component Development:  

• Create reusable components that can be easily integrated into different parts of the applications. 

State Management:  

• Implement state management solutions (e.g., Redux) to manage complex application states efficiently. 

RESTful API Integration:  

• Collaborate with backend developers to consume RESTful APIs and ensure seamless data flow between the frontend and backend systems. 
• PHP Development: Solid understanding of PHP programming language and its application in WordPress development. Experience with MySQL or other relational databases. 

Responsive Design:  

• Demonstrated ability to create responsive and mobile-friendly websites using CSS frameworks like Bootstrap or Foundation. 

Problem-Solving Skills:  

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and propose effective solutions in a timely manner. 

Communication Skills:  

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively with non-technical team members and clients. 

Attention to Detail:  

• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. Ability to adhere to project timelines and meet deadlines consistently. 

Code Quality:  

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards. 

Testing:  

• Develop and maintain unit tests and integration tests to ensure the reliability of frontend components and key user journeys. 

Collaboration:  

• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to understand requirements and deliver solutions that align with business goals. 

Agile Development:  

• Contribute to an agile development environment, participate in sprint planning, and help drive the development process. 

Learning and Growth:  

• Stay updated on the latest frontend development trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve your skills and contribute to the team's technical excellence. 

Requirements

• Proven experience in frontend development with a strong focus on WordPress, PHP and React. 
• Proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3. 
• Experience with state management libraries such as Redux or Mobx. 
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous programming. 
• Strong understanding of responsive web design and cross-browser compatibility. 
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development tools. 
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. 
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities. 
• Agile development experience is a plus.