Required Qualifications
Education:
• An advanced university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, IT Engineering, or a related field.
• Alternatively, demonstrated professional expertise equivalent to an advanced university degree, in conjunction with a basic university degree in the mentioned fields, may be considered.
Knowledge and Skills:
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
• Proficiency in business and systems analysis, with the ability to translate business requirements into software solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of software design and development, data migration, data manipulation, and the software development life cycle.
• Hands-on experience in developing enterprise-level web solutions using PHP and the Laravel framework.
• Expertise with the Laravel technology stack, along with related frameworks, tools, and concepts.
• Experience with JavaScript and CSS frameworks.
• Knowledge and practical experience in relational database applications, database modeling, and SQL programming. Familiarity with NoSQL technologies is an asset.
• Capability to estimate development time and effort for projects involving the mentioned technologies.
• Experience in project management, including managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, sound judgment, and creative problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to synthesize complex information and break down problems into manageable components for solution identification.
• Skills in internal customer relations management.
Behavioral Skills:
• Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, including managing multiple tasks with competing priorities and working under pressure.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to an informed audience and understand ideas communicated by others.
• Ability to present technical facts to specialized audiences.
• Ability to initiate and build relationships with various people, both inside and outside the organization.
• Ability to influence and persuade others, resolve conflicts, and cope with challenges.
• Quick learner with the ability to think creatively, be proactive, curious, and adapt to different environments.
• Ability to work as a team member, relate well to others, and work independently to achieve objectives.
Work Experience:
• At least 3 years of recent professional experience in software development, including systems analysis, with some experience directly relating to clients.
• At least 2 years of experience in developing enterprise-level web solutions using PHP and the Laravel framework, including its related technologies, tools, and concepts.
Languages:
• Proficiency in English, with the ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is an advantage.
Additional Information:
• Applications are only accepted from nationals of WTO Member countries.
• The recruitment process includes an initial fixed-term contract of two years, with the first year being probationary.
• The recruitment process may involve video or teleconferencing, various forms of testing, assessment centers, interviews, and reference checks.
• Applicants may be required to sit for a written examination.
• Candidates not selected but deemed suitable may be kept on a roster for up to 24 months for future positions.
• All applicants are encouraged to apply online as soon as possible and well before the closing date, adhering to Geneva (Switzerland) time.
