Current openings

Web Application Developer

  • Full-Time ready for immediate start
  • Melbourne based
  • Suitable for applicants with a willingness to learn new technologies 

Nine Lanterns specialise in creating engaging eLearning solutions for a range of blue-chip companies as well as education and not-for-profit organisations. 

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Web Application Developer to take a leading role in solution architecture and technical development. The ideal candidate will be team orientated, willing to share knowledge, and enjoy a challenge. You will be responsible for developing and supporting web based applications with a focus on Moodle customisations and deployments in enterprise environments.

Being a vital member of a vibrant and highly skilled team comprising project managers, illustrators, graphic and instructional designers and programmers, the right candidate will possess: 

  • Desire to learn new technologies and about eLearning
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team based environment
  • Strong creative problem solving skills, drawing on your experience and environment to solve project problems
  • Close attention to detail, being able to identify scope creep and ensuring all requirements are met through high quality code
  • Well organised, with the ability to manage your own tasks to the specified deadlines
  • Flexibility, being able to cope with changes in priorities and approaches in real-time

This role requires the following skills: 

Must be able to demonstrate expertise in:

  • Flash - ActionScript 2, 3
  • PHP
  • Javascript, AJAX
  • HTML, CSS
  • MySql - database design, SQL
  • Working under version control systems (SVN, GIT)

Would be advantageous to demonstrate knowledge in any of the following:

  • Moodle
  • Drupal
  • Confluence
  • eLearning technologies - SCORM/AICC
  • Web administration - such as DNS, SSL, etc
  • Linux administration - such as permissions, mail servers, etc
  • Apache administration
  • MySQL administration

Responsibilities:

  • Developing high quality technical solutions from agreed specifications in accordance with framework best practice
  • Proposing innovative and appropriate technical solutions from client briefs
  • Working within project time and budget constraints
  • Mentoring junior technical developers
  • Peer reviewing code
  • Demonstrating and encouraging best practice

Please note that applications from Recruitment Agencies are not welcome. Sorry we will not deal with you.

To apply, email jobs@ninelanterns.com.au, with the subject Web Application Developer. Please include your CV.

Alternately, call 03 9486 9415 to chat with Russell Grocott, COO.