Web Application Developer

Taco, Inc.; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Taco, Inc. in Cranston, RI seeks a Web Application Developer to translate business needs into reliable, scalable web solutions. You will work across IT, customer service, finance, sales, and marketing, delivering applications using modern programming practices.

The role requires 5+ years of web app development, PHP/MySQL, and WordPress experience, plus a BS in Computer Science or related field. This regular full-time, first-shift position is hybrid and offers collaboration with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field is required.
• 5+ years of experience as a web application developer.
• Programming in PHP, MySQL, and WordPress platform a plus.
• Travel is optional and limited to professional conferences and other company offices if needed.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes user requests and develops code following best practices.
• Thoroughly tests the results of the program for accuracy prior to releasing to production.
• Develops, troubleshoots, debugs and implements web applications to achieve functionality between front and back-end systems.
• Works closely with stakeholders during future redesigns and database upgrades.
• Confirms objectives by analyzing user requirements and identifying new features.
• Plans web applications by evaluating product requirements and creating specifications.

Skills

PHP

MySQL

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or Application Development

Tools

WordPress

Job description

As a family-owned and operated company, we feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family. We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:

• A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry
• A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward
• A need to create and to innovate

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Work Status: Hybrid

Position Summary:

T he Web Application Developer work s on programming requests from departments including but not limited to IT, customer service, finance, sales , and marketing .

Measures of success:

• Successfully develops requested applications using latest programming practices in a reliable and sustainable manner
• Timely completion of assigned tasks
• Effectively documents all completed development activities

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• A nalyz es user requests and develops code following best practices .
• T horoughly test s the results of the program for accuracy prior to releasing them to the production user environment.
• Develops, troubleshoots, debugs and implements web applications to achieve functionality between the front and back-end system .
• Works closely with company stakeholders during future application redesigns and database upgrades.
• Confirm s application objectives by analyzing and validating user requirements, identifying new features and functionality and streamlining and upgrading of existing features.
• Plan s w eb applications by evaluating product requirements and creating product specifications; analyzing existing and proposed systems; identifying constraints and technical issues.
• Program s objects, events, functions, error trapping, data verification, animations, interactions, and dynamic updating .
• D esign s , install s , and configur es databases and complet es documentation.
• Update s job knowledge by researching new web technologies , participating in educational opportunities , reading professional publications , maintaining personal networks , and participating in professional organizations.
• Accomplish es organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value .
• Maintains g ood communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Maintain s confidentiality of all business.
• Perform other duties as required or directed.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
• 5 + years of experience as a w eb a pplication d eveloper
• Programming in PHP, MySQL, and WordPress platform a plus
• Travel is optional and limited to professional conferences and other company offices if needed

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in computer science , Information Technology or Application Development

This position works primarily in an office environment using computer and technology. Verbal and auditory capability are required. Occasional exposure in production plant where large equipment and noise are prevalent. Safety gear is required in these areas.

This position may work from home up to 2X/week if performance is in good standing.

This position has no direct reports.

With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.

Taco employees benefit from a company that:

• Provides competitive salaries and benefits
• Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
• Believes in sharing profits with its employees
• Is mindful about family, health and well-being
• Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential
• Embraces and celebrates diversity

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