Full Stack Developer

As our Fullstack Developer, you will take end-to-end ownership of the development lifecycle—from back-end data processing to front-end user interface. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize our current ecommerce platform, ensuring a high-performance, secure, and engaging e-commerce platform for our customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and enhance both front-end (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and back-end (PHP, MySQL) components.
• Customize CS-CART themes, plugins, and add-ons to meet Hypa’s unique e-commerce needs.
• Implement performance improvements on server-side scripts, database queries, and frontend assets.
• Monitor site performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and continually refine code for efficiency.
• Integrate third-party solutions such as payment gateways, ERP systems, Third Party APIs and marketing tools.
• Maintain existing custom modules, ensuring compatibility with new features, security patches, and platform updates.
• Partner with product engineers, designers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented PHP code to support development initiatives.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and champion best practices within the engineering team.
• Implement robust security measures to safeguard customer data and payment transactions.
• Stay up-to-date on data protection regulations and apply patches and updates as needed.
• Maintain thorough documentation of code, configurations, and processes.
• Provide regular project updates, risk assessments, and recommended solutions to the management team.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on PHP development
• Proven track record working with CS-CART or similar ecommerce architectural backends(theme customization, add-on development, and performance tuning).
• In-depth knowledge of CS-Cart architecture, add-on development, and module customization.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript (knowledge of modern frameworks like React, Vue,or Angular is a plus).
• Familiarity with MySQL, RESTful APIs, Git, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Adept at diagnosing and resolving complex performance, security, and scalability challenges.
• Experience with debugging tools and performance testing methodologies.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment while juggling multiple priorities.

Send your CV to careers@morsanhr.co.ke with the title Full Stack Developer.