Full Stack Developer

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Full Stack Developer to join our development team based in Ringwood, UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing web hosted applications, a strong background in PHP development, specifically with Laravel, and a solid understanding of front-end technologies including React and TypeScript. This role involves supporting and working on in-house developed web applications centered around animal welfare in global food production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and contributing to the full software development lifecycle., Please submit a CV and cover letter with the title "Application: Full Stack Developer"". In your covering letter, please tell us about yourself, why you want to work with FAI and what unique elements you feel you can bring to the role. Please also include details of your notice period, if applicable. Please note that any CVs submitted without as covering letter will not be considered. We anticipate that all interviews will be conducted remotely. Tasks, * Develop and maintain web applications primarily using PHP/Laravel backends and React/Typescript frontends.

• Perform code reviews, troubleshoot, and debug applications .
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other developers to ensure secure, high-quality and consistent user experiences across all of our applications.
• Collaborate with our support team on resolving issues in a timely and effective manner.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and services.
• Write and maintain technical documentation.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies, threats and industry trends

• Minimum 5 years of experience in PHP development.
• Proficient in the Laravel PHP framework.
• Experience with front-end technologies such as React and TypeScript and a strong understanding of responsive design.
• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Knowledge of database management systems, particularly MySQL or PostgreSQL.
• Experience with RESTful API development and integration.
• Ability to write clean, secure, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Fluent in English.

Preferred experience:

• Knowledge of unit testing and test-driven development (TDD).
• Knowledge of secure application development/hosting and penetration testing.
• Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• 33 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Additional holiday awarded for long service
• Holiday purchase scheme (up to one week per year)
• Contributory auto-enrolment pension scheme
• Private health insurance scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Generous Company sick pay scheme (12 weeks full pay, 12 weeks half pay, after successful completion of probation)
• Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay (full pay for 18 weeks, after 26 weeks service by the qualifying week)
• Enhanced Paternity Pay, full pay for 2 weeks (after 26 weeks service by the qualifying week)
• Sabbatical leave opportunity for long service

If you're a developer interest in applying your expertise towards a better quality of life for People, Animals and the Planet, FAI is the right place for you. FAI Farms About FAI FAI partners with global businesses sourcing from,or working within the livestock and aquaculture sectors. Our mission is to help create positive change for the animals and people within these supply chains, as well as our shared planet. We work with a range of companies from thought leaders and disrupters who want to challenge the status quo, through to those who are just beginning their sustainability journey, by helping them better understand their supply chains. We are science-led and impact-focused; our experience rooted in practical expertise and commercial common-sense. Our strategic and evidence-based approach supports meaningful improvements across supply chains, mitigating risks and realising long-term business benefits for our partners. For further information how FAI Farms Ltd manages your personal data please refer to our job applicant ( )

FAI are a consultancy business focused on supporting positive change in animal-based production systems. Through strategic partnerships we offer practical direction and solutions for a better food system. We work with global food companies to improve animal health and welfare, restore vitality in our essential ecosystems, and develop greater resilience within livestock and aquaculture supply chains.