Are you a PHP Developer or Full Stack Developer looking for your next opportunity in a brilliant agency based in Birmingham? Our client is looking for a keen and passionate developer who has a can-do positive attitude to join their growing team. You will play a key part in the development and maintenance of existing systems and applications along with general day-to-day technical operations and support. The role requires someone with a solid foundation in developing web applications and websites along with the ability to manage and develop new/existing projects. This role would suit a mid/senior-level Developer looking to join a small team or a junior-level Developer looking to take the next step in their career. You will be looking to join a growing and highly successful agency that really are one of their kind in the Midlands. This is a permanent full-time role, with flexibility and a competitive salary.
This role is based in Birmingham and commutable via Solihull, Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Stafford, Warwick, Leamington, Coventry to name a few. Our client is also open to some flexible working so if you are a little further afield then still get in touch as they offer a blended approach to office and home working.
Our Client
Our client is a content agency based in Birmingham with offices spanning the globe. Content is at the heart of what they do and, in particular, video content designed to engage and entertain audiences. Our client offers a brilliant working culture, a creative and cool working environment, and loads of flexibility. If you would like your next role to be with an ambitious and incredibly exciting agency, then keep reading!
The Role
You will have the ability to switch between backend/frontend development with ease and also be able to develop features quickly. Solutions-driven and with an eye for detail, you will be a natural self-starter with a genuine passion for writing code.
Your day to day activities will include:
Web Application development including maintenance
API development and integrations
General ad hoc technical support
Developing new features for existing systems
Maintaining, modifying and improving existing codebases
Ideas generation and project scoping
Technical design and documentation
About You
Minimum 1-2 years practical experience which will need to be demonstrated
PHP and a solid understanding of MVC frameworks
MySQL
Frontend skills using HTML, CSS and JavaScript
Experience extending and theming CMS's such as WordPress
Version Control using Git
Some exposure to Linux servers and basic CLI
Any practical experience of the following would be a distinct advantage:
CakePHP (v2 and/or v3/v4)
Javascript frameworks/libraries such as React/Vue/Angular etc
CSS Frameworks such as SASS/LESS
Mobile App development
You should enjoy a varied workload and not mind being a bit of an 'all-rounder' with a proactive approach to developing the best solutions. You should also be flexible in order to work and liaise with some of their international offices where required. In addition to this, you will need to have excellent communication skills, be collaborative and naturally super organised.
If this sounds like the role for you, please submit your CV asap along with any links to examples of your work.
