Web Developer

We are looking for a Full-Stack developer for a fixed term contract of at least 1 year to become part of a new team working on developing a new website for a national organisation covering a complex mix of business areas.

A great opportunity to really make your mark on the organisation's online presence with tangible business and creative benefits. The website will be at the heart of the organisation, providing a quality user journey for all.

As part of the website team, you will be at the core of shaping and influencing this as part of a once in a decade opportunity. You will be responsible for ongoing enhancement and maintenance as well as creating high-quality digital solutions to drive positive and effective engagement.

This is a unique opportunity to join a new team being formed to guide the development and strategic vision for the website for this high profile national organisation.

Skills & Experience

Must Have:

• At least 3 years experience of Full-stack development experience (OO PHP, HTML, CSS, JS) and varied CMS platforms.
• Evidence of working on large, professional websites and digital projects
• Commercial experience working with LAMP / LEMP technology stack
• Experience using Git in a team environment
• Experience with cross-browser and cross-platform testing
• Excellent communication skills. You must be comfortable communicating effectively with technical and non-technical team members, stakeholders and external partner
• Experience working with a CSS preprocessor such as SASS or LESS
• Knowledge of web accessibility best-practice
• Knowledge of open data platforms or API integrations
• Proficient understanding of client-side scripting and JavaScript frameworks, including jQuery

Nice to have Have:

• Experience with Drupal, with Drupal 8 ideal
• Experience working in an Agile environment, especially knowledge of Kanban or Scrum
• Development experience for both mobile and desktop
• Good understanding of SEO principles and using this to inform development.