Job Roles at Iconic Open University

• We are seeking experienced Laravel Full-Stack Engineers to join our Software Development Unit. You will work closely with UI/UX designers, product managers, QA, and other developers to build and maintain our suite of web applications and platforms that serve students, staff, and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack Laravel-based web applications.
• Write clean, scalable, and well-documented PHP (Laravel) backend code.
• Build interactive, responsive front-end components using Vue.js, React, AlpineJS or Blade.
• Integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.
• Participate in software architecture discussions and code reviews.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to implement frontend features with precision.
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability.
• Maintain version control using Git.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the stack.
• Contribute to planning, estimation, and development sprints using Agile methodology.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of full-stack development experience with Laravel.
• Experience with databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Experience with in-memory data stores such as Memcached and Redis.
• Experience with different caching mechanisms.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Proficiency in frontend frameworks such as Vue.js, React, or AlpineJS.
• Proficiency in CSS frameworks such as Bootstrap, TailwindCSS, etc.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and web services integration.
• Proficient with version control tools, especially Git.
• Familiarity with modern development tools and DevOps pipelines.
• Solid understanding of MVC architecture and OOP principles.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with different caching mechanisms (e.g., database query caching, HTTP caching, object caching)
• Exposure to Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and writing automated tests.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or DigitalOcean..
• Previous work with educational platforms, LMS, or EdTech tools.
• Understanding of accessibility and security best practices.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

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About the Role

• As a Mid-Level Product Designer, you will work closely with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders to craft intuitive, user-friendly, and aesthetically pleasing digital experiences across our web and mobile platforms. You will play a critical role in defining the user journey, conducting research, prototyping, and designing interfaces that align with the University’s mission of accessible and world-class education.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to deliver end-to-end user experiences.
• Conduct user research, usability testing, and gather insights to inform design decisions.
• Translate requirements into wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes.
• Maintain and evolve design systems and brand consistency across products.
• Present design concepts and solutions clearly and effectively to stakeholders.
• Iterate designs based on feedback and performance data.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and best practices.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in UI/UX or Product Design.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating UI/UX design skills across web and mobile applications.
• Proficiency in Figma design tools.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience designing for edtech or academic platforms is an added advantage.