Senior Zen Cart Developer

Senior Zen Cart Developer Job Vacancy at RGB Web Tech Web Design and Development Company

A Zen Cart Developer plays a crucial role in developing and maintaining e-commerce websites using the Zen Cart platform. They are responsible for creating and customizing online stores, ensuring optimal functionality, user experience, and performance. This role combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of e-commerce and customer needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and customize Zen Cart-based e-commerce websites according to client specifications and industry best practices.
• Create and modify templates, themes, and layouts to enhance the websites aesthetics and user experience.
• Integrate and customize Zen Cart plugins, modules, and extensions to add new features and functionality to the online store.
• Ensure compatibility and smooth operation of third-party integrations, such as payment gateways, shipping providers, and marketing tools.
• Manage and maintain the database structure, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Optimize database queries and performance to ensure fast loading times and smooth website operation.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to identify and resolve issues, including compatibility problems, broken links, and performance bottlenecks.
• Perform cross-browser and cross-device testing to ensure a consistent user experience.
• Implement security measures to protect the website from threats and vulnerabilities.
• Perform regular updates, patches, and maintenance tasks to keep the website running smoothly and securely.
• Optimize website content and structure for search engines (SEO) to improve visibility and rankings.
• Implement SEO best practices, including metadata, URL structure, and sitemaps.
• Monitor website performance, loading times, and user interactions.
• Identify and resolve performance issues to ensure a responsive and efficient online store.
• Document code, configurations, and customizations for future reference and team collaboration.
• Collaborate with clients and project managers to understand their requirements and provide technical guidance and recommendations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX.
• Experience working with Zen Cart or similar e-commerce platforms.
• Knowledge of web security best practices.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e. g. , Git) is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.