Senior Full Stack Engineer

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the IT sector is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to drive the development of their websites. This hybrid role offers a chance to work on exciting projects while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The ideal candidate will have extensive web development experience and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality results. Join a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and excellence in web development.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Holiday entitlement increasing with service

Option to buy or sell leave

Qualifications

• Proficient in PHP development with standard frameworks.
• Experienced in HTML and CSS (SASS) for modular, accessible websites.
• Strong understanding of the full development process and CI.

Responsibilities

• Develop websites to meet specifications outlined by internal stakeholders.
• Deliver secure, high-quality, and maintainable code promptly.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders through clear communication.

Skills

PHP

HTML

CSS

SQL

GIT

CI/CD

Docker

SEO

Agile

UI/UX collaboration

Job description

We are currently offering a compelling opportunity within the IT Digital tribe for a Senior Full Stack Engineer. This role presents an exceptional chance for an individual with substantial web development experience to make a direct impact on Admiral Group's portfolio of websites.

Our team is dedicated to achieving outstanding results, combining a strong work ethic with an appreciation for collaborative team activities. We embrace a flexible working pattern that promotes a harmonious work-life balance. Motivated by a commitment to deliver high-quality products swiftly and efficiently to our business stakeholders, we operate with diligence and enthusiasm.

In the capacity of a Senior Engineer, your primary responsibility will be to spearhead the development of changes across all our brand websites, including constructing new websites and web pages. Your role demands the delivery of high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code adhering to defined standards. Staying abreast of the latest frontend and backend development technologies is crucial. Your ability to work seamlessly within a team and independently will be essential, requiring effective multitasking, workload prioritization, and resourcefulness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop websites to meet specifications outlined by internal stakeholders.
• Amend and update webpage content.
• Implement new functionalities and features based on business needs.
• Provide accurate estimates and manage multiple tasks with dependencies.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders through clear communication.
• Deliver secure, high-quality, and maintainable code promptly, following development guidelines.

This role requires a professional who is technically proficient and possesses interpersonal skills to thrive in a collaborative environment. If you are results-driven and seeking a challenging web development role, we invite you to apply.

Skills and Experience

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficient in PHP development with standard frameworks.
• Experienced in HTML and CSS (SASS) for modular, accessible, and standards-compliant websites.
• Familiar with GIT or similar version control systems.
• Experienced in developing mobile-responsive templates and components.
• Skilled in working with SQL databases.
• Proficient in CI/CD pipelines and cloud hosting, including Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of SEO best practices and modern development standards.
• Comfortable working in a Linux environment and with Docker.
• Experience in code review and mentoring junior developers.
• Strong understanding of the full development process and working with CI.
• Ability to translate design files into web pages and applications.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and a passion for web development.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.
• Experience collaborating with designers on UI/UX development.
• Experience working in an agile environment.

Desirable Skills (Willingness to Develop):

• Experience with Drupal and Twig templates.
• Familiarity with Storybook, accessibility standards, Google Tag Manager, NextJS/React, GitLab, Azure DevOps, and testing processes.

Interview Process

Includes an online test and a 30-minute interview via MS Teams.

Location

Hybrid role: working from Cardiff HQ twice a month or attending the office a few times a year for remote workers.

Salary, Benefits, and Work-Life Balance

Salary depends on experience. We offer flexible hours, holiday entitlement increasing with service, and the option to buy or sell leave. Additional key benefits are available for review.