Web Developer
Role details
Job location
Tech stack
Job description
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Creating, maintaining and updating a series of PHP-driven website sites (including WordPress)
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Convert business or commercial requirements into user journeys and experiences
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Collaborate with other developers and use the latest technologies
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Giving accurate estimates for upcoming projects
Requirements
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Have 2-3 years' experience of working in PHP & MySQL
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Have experience working with MVC frameworks, ideally Laravel
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Well versed in HTML5, CSS3, SASS/LESS, JavaScript and jQuery, Bootstrap
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Good working knowledge of WordPress
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Naturally confident in creating mobile-first responsive sites
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Confident working with GIT
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Confidence with cPanel - managing hosting settings on a basic level
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Capable of working with designs provided in Figma/XD
Desirable skills:
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Experience working with Shopify and creating themes for it
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Experience working with Magento and creating themes for it
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Experience working with Elementor, Gutenberg, and ACF (Advanced Custom Fields)
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Excellent knowledge of working with REST & GraphQL APIs
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Experience working with payment gateways
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Understanding of website performance and core web vitals
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Accessibility basics across a range of browsers (just with it becoming more of a prevalent legal issue might be worth adding)
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Understanding of SEO practices i.e. schema markup, meta tags etc
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Ability to scope out basic project timeframes
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Confident in speaking with clients in formal meeting environments, Proactive, self-motivated, and results-driven.
Team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Adaptable and open to feedback and continuous learning.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
Benefits & conditions
Company Pension Contributions under the Auto-Enrolment Provisions (currently 3% Employer contribution)
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Additional 'holiday day' for birthdays falling on weekdays.
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Up to £1,000 bonus for referring new recruits
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Leeds City Centre, office based.
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A 3-month probation period, which begins on the first day of employment
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Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
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A collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.
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Access to the latest tools and technologies.
Additional Benefits available to all full-time, permanent members of staff:
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Death In Service: A tax-free lump sum payment equivalent to 3x their basic annual earnings should an employee pass away for any reason.
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Income Protection: Sick pay of 60% of basic annual salary, in the event of a medical condition which results in time off work, for up to 24 months or return to work. Subject to an initial deferment period.
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Critical Illness: A lump sum of 1x basic annual salary payable upon diagnosis of a defined illness.