Liferay Developer

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Liferay Developer to take full technical ownership of our existing Liferay-based website (version 7.x). The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience with Liferay CMS, custom module development, and portal administration. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to manage end-to-end enhancements, and coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure platform stability and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: Take full technical ownership of the existing Liferay 7.x-based portal. Perform technical reviews and code walkthroughs post-handover. Handle bug fixes, module enhancements, and content structure updates. Implement minor UI/UX changes, workflow configurations, and multilingual support. Manage permissions, roles, page templates, and administrative functions in Liferay. Configure and update web content, structures, templates, and asset publishers. Collaborate with DevOps/IT teams for deployments, version upgrades, and patching. Troubleshoot live issues and support platform performance and stability. Maintain comprehensive documentation and technical activity logs. Understand, maintain, and extend existing custom modules and portlets. Work with Agile methodologies, Git, JIRA, and other collaboration tools. Ensure smooth staging and publishing processes within the Liferay environment. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Liferay 7.x (DXP or CE) development and administration. Strong understanding of Liferay CMS , structures, templates, permissions, and workflows. Proficiency in Java/J2EE , JSP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Liferay-specific APIs. Experience with custom module/portlet development using OSGi. Familiarity with version control tools like Git and ticketing systems like JIRA . Solid grasp of deployment processes , staging, and environment management. Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills. Exposure to Liferay upgrades or patching processes is a plus. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Show more Show less