Web Developer

 

Experience

• 3–5 years of professional experience in website design and software development.

• Demonstrated experience in developing and launching at least one e-commerce or transactional web platform.

• Practical expertise in Laravel or a similar PHP framework, MySQL, and modern front-end technologies.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in PHP/Laravel, MySQL, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and responsive web design; knowledge of WordPress will be considered an advantage.

• Familiarity with REST APIs, payment gateway integration, Git, cPanel/Linux hosting environments, and web security practices.

• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and troubleshooting abilities, with the capacity to work independently and deliver within deadlines.

• Effective communication skills in both Bangla and English, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical team members.

 

Organization Overview

PROTTYASHI is a social development organization that has been working with disadvantaged, deprived, and crisis-affected communities in Bangladesh since 1983. Its mission is to promote a peaceful society by addressing poverty, advancing social justice, and protecting lives through development and humanitarian services.

In response to evolving development and humanitarian needs, PROTTYASHI is committed to strengthening its organizational capacity and delivering quality services to broader communities through a multisectoral approach. Drawing on its expertise and experience, the organization envisions a society where equity, fairness, and social security are upheld, enabling everyone to live with dignity and prosperity.

Project

Strengthening Disaster Resilience and the Improvement of the Living Conditions for the Displaced Persons from Myanmar

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Contractual, Full-time

• Location: Head Office, Chattogram

• Reporting To: Head of ICT

Objective of the Position

The Web Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining PROTTYASHI's web platforms, with an immediate focus on completing, securing, and operationalizing the Nakshikatha e-commerce platform. The role involves translating programme and business requirements into functional, reliable, and well-tested web applications, ensuring the consistent performance of organizational websites and web-based systems, and contributing to other ICT development initiatives as assigned.

Key Responsibilities

Development of the Nakshikatha Platform

• Complete the outstanding modules of the Nakshikatha e-commerce platform, including product catalogue, QR-tagged products, order management, payment processing, receipts, and reporting functionalities, and ensure the platform is fully operational.

• Develop responsive and mobile-friendly user interfaces to deliver a seamless customer experience from product browsing through checkout.

• Integrate payment gateways, SMS and email notifications, and other third-party services as required.

• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and user guides for the platform.

Maintenance, Hosting, and Security

• Manage platform deployment and hosting through the organization's cPanel/VPS environment, including domain management, SSL configuration, backups, and system updates.

• Monitor website availability and performance and promptly identify and resolve bugs and technical issues.

• Implement security best practices to safeguard data and protect web platforms against potential vulnerabilities.

Support and Coordination

• Collaborate with the E-commerce Associate, programme teams, and communication teams to gather requirements, develop features, and ensure timely delivery.

• Provide technical assistance and basic training to staff using the organization's web platforms.

• Submit progress reports to the Head of ICT and undertake other related responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

The responsibilities outlined above are indicative and not exhaustive. The position holder may be required to undertake additional relevant duties and tasks as assigned by the Supervisor from time to time, in accordance with the organization's objectives, policies, and operational requirements.