Job Vacancy at xPlug Technologies Limited

xPlug Technologies Limited is an internet generation company based in Lagos (Nigeria) with major inclination in Software Development, Web Portal Technology and Application Development on Web, Mobile and Desktop platforms. Our core business model is hinged on Software as a Service (SaaS) , cutting across several business entities. We provide both customized and Off-shelf software to aid business operations and managements.

UI / UX DEVELOPER

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is strictly for those who are passionate about pursuing a career in software development especially as a UI / UX developer.
If you are energetic, smart, proactive, go-getter and a team player with real passion for software development and software engineering plus the ability to grow skills under the tutelage of experts; why not add skills to your passion and make your dream come true by taking a start-up career at xPlug Technologies Limited immediately?

RESPONSIBILITIES
Translate concepts into wireframes and mockups that lead to intuitive user experiences.
Design and deliver user interfaces, using HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
Identify design problems and devise elegant solutions.
Make strategic design and user-experience decisions related to core, and new, functions and features.
Take a user-centered design approach and rapidly test and iterate your designs.
Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders.
Understand Agile methodology and best practise in UI / UX development

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
B.SC / HND (Engineering / Physical Sciences only)
Minimum of 2-2 / Upper Credit
Degree / Higher National Diploma (HND) in Engineering or Physical Science is required as the basic entry requirement. Applicants with at least PGD in engineering / sciences may also be considered.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES:
Applicants must have a passion for IT
Good verbal and written communication skills
A “can do” attitude
Innovative & creative
Self-motivated
Team Player
Integrity and honesty
Passionate about service
Strong analytical skills

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:
Extreme understanding of HTML5, CSS3, LESS, SASS
Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, Typescript, Angular 2.0, Angular 1.0
Good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX
Good knowledge of image authoring tools, such as Gimp or Photoshop is a plus.
Good knowledge of .Net MVC 5 and C#
Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues and ways to work around them.
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git / Mercurial / SVN / TFS
Extensive experience in using UX design best practices to design solutions, and a deep understanding of mobile-first and responsiveness in design.
Good understanding of SEO principles and ensuring that application will adhere to them
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate design processes, ideas, and solutions to teams.
Ability to Integrate HTML/CSS design concepts into ASP.NET environment using Visual Studio
Ability to iterate your designs and solutions efficiently and intelligently

TO APPLY
Applicants should forward their applications letters and CV's to: recruitment@xplugng.com

DUE DATE: 20 December, 2016