Digital Developer

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Digital Developer to enhance digital services for residents. The role requires a minimum of two years of web development experience, particularly in HTML and CSS, along with a commitment to user-centered design and accessibility. Candidates should have a strong interest in public sector digital services and the ability to engage with diverse teams. This position offers flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in web development.
• Proficiency in HTML and CSS.
• Practical experience of applying WCAG guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain standards-compliant websites and applications.
• Convert design prototypes into responsive code.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams.

Skills

HTML

CSS

Responsive design principles

WCAG guidelines

Open-source WCMS platforms

Git

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Azure

JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue.js)

Job description

Closing date: 11 January 2026

Help deliver high-quality digital services for our residents and communities.

At Derbyshire County Council, we are truly ambitious about building on our success to date and continuing our journey to becoming a more modern, effective and Enterprising Council. As we continue to expand our digital capabilities, we are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Digital Developer with at least 2 years working experience in web development to join our Digital Development team.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering accessible, responsive, and user-centred websites and applications for the council.

Working with our Senior Digital Developers, you will work closely with external designers, backend developers, and project managers to build and maintain digital platforms that meet the needs of our diverse users and support our commitment to delivering excellent public services online.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, and maintain high-quality, standards-compliant websites and web applications within our enterprise Web Content Management Solution (WCMS) and WordPress portfolio.
• Convert design prototypes into responsive, accessible, and performant front-end code in collaboration with Senior Developers.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including technical and non-technical colleagues, project stakeholders, and external design partners, to deliver solutions.
• Participate in design discussions and contribute to project planning, offering technical insight and creative solutions.
• Maintain and enhance existing codebases, ensuring scalability and reliability while supporting new development initiatives.
• Diagnose and resolve front-end issues across multiple browsers and devices to guarantee a consistent user experience.
• Champion accessibility standards and best practices, embedding inclusivity into all digital products.

About you

We are looking for someone with a strong interest in public sector digital services and the following skills and experience:

Essential

• Minimum 2 years’ experience working in web development (professional or substantial hobbyist work).
• Proficiency in HTML and CSS, with an understanding of responsive design principles.
• Practical experience of applying WCAG guidelines and commitment to inclusive design.
• Understanding of web design, responsive design.
• Ability to work from design specifications to develop functional web interfaces.
• Experience working with open-source WCMS platforms (e.g. WordPress).
• Understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.

Desirable

• Knowledge of cloud hosting environments, such as AWS or Microsoft Azure.
• Experience of using AI to assist in web development.
• Understanding of Agile delivery practices and collaborative development environments.
• Familiarity with modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g. React, Vue.js).
• Familiarity with modern server-side scripting languages such as .Net, PHP
• Experience of using API’s

Assessment process

Technical Assessment

You’ll be asked to share examples of your work, whether a single project or a portfolio, and explain your approach to web development fundamentals.

Interview

The interview will focus on commitment to customer service, relationship-building skills, and ability to work effectively within a team.

What we offer

• A supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Flexi time, allowing up to an additional 2 days of leave per month
• Derbyshire Rewards - Discounts from high street retailers and more
• Generous annual leave and flexi time scheme
• A chance to contribute to meaningful projects that improve services for local residents and communities.

If you are a forward-thinking developer with a passion for innovation, we would love to hear from you!

Provisional Interview Date: 14th January 2026