Senior Full Stack/Back End Developer - Remote

Clover HR; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital agency in the UK is looking for a full-stack developer. Candidates should have extensive experience in creative agencies and possess strong skills in HTML5, CSS3, PHP, and modern JavaScript frameworks. This role involves working on high-profile projects, and candidates should be passionate about technology and capable of proactive problem-solving. The position offers a generous benefits package including private health insurance and competitive bonuses.

Benefits

Private health and dental insurance

20 days of paid holiday

Closed office during Christmas break

Competitive bonus schemes

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in creative agencies.
• Proven track record of delivering innovative bespoke campaigns.
• Professional experience with the latest JavaScript frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-profile projects for world-famous music artists.
• Develop customized CMSs, APIs, and admin portals.
• Assist the Technical Director with day-to-day responsibilities.

Skills

Digital agency experience

Communication skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

MVC PHP frameworks (e.g. Laravel, Lumen)

MVC JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Vue.js, ReactJS, Angular)

SOAP/RESTFUL APIs

Version control: GitLab/Github

Command-line interfaces

Task runners and dependency management

DevOps tools (e.g. Vagrant, Docker)

Agile/Kanban methodologies

Tools

Docker

GitLab

Webpack

NPM

Composer

Job description

Overview

Our client, an award winning web & digital agency with an exciting and elite client base, is looking for a full-stack developer with extensive experience in creative agencies and a diverse skill set. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of delivering innovative bespoke campaign projects with exceptional user experience.

Proficiency in modern frameworks and the ability to develop customised CMSs, APIs, and admin portals are essential requirements. The candidate should be highly skilled in HTML5, CSS3, PHP, Node.js, NoSQL, MySQL, Docker, and GitLab. In addition, the ideal candidate should have professional experience with the latest JavaScript frameworks, including Vue.js, NuxtJs, ReactJS, and Next.js. The successful candidate will work on high-profile projects for world-famous music artists and brands, across multiple platforms. You will be a senior developer who enjoys a challenge, possesses a wide range of hands-on technical abilities, and is determined to overcome technical hurdles. You should be a proactive problem solver, take ownership of solutions, and deliver high-quality work within agreed timeframes. Good communication skills are a plus. Above all, you should be passionate about technology, continuously learning and keeping up with the latest web and tech developments.

The Person

• The ideal candidate must enjoy working on complex and innovative bespoke digital projects, with the ability to work on multiple platforms while focusing on the end-user. They should also possess a technology-agnostic approach to development.
• In addition to technical skills, effective communication and problem-solving skills are crucial. The ideal candidate should be motivated to work collaboratively, take ownership of solutions, and deliver high-quality work.
• A passion for technology, web development, UX, and design is highly valued.
• The candidate should be able to understand project requirements, exceed client expectations, and assist the Technical Director with day-to-day responsibilities, depending on experience.
• Mentorship, encouragement, and the ability to teach colleagues are also important skills

Essentials Skills

• Digital agency experience
• Communication skills
• Web development languages and tools: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, MVC PHP frameworks (e.g. Laravel, Lumen)
• MVC JavaScript frameworks (e.g. Vue.js, ReactJS, Angular)
• Server tools, web applications, and SOAP/RESTFUL APIs
• Version control: GitLab/Github; Working on multiple branches and collaborating with the team
• Command-line interfaces
• Task runners and dependency management: Grunt, Gulp, Bower, Webpack, NPM, Composer
• DevOps: Site deployments and testing, staging, and production environments
• Local development, automation, and DevOps tools (e.g. Vagrant, Docker, Jenkins)
• Code optimization, asset management, and caching techniques
• Bug fixing and logical troubleshooting
• Modern JavaScript standards (ES6, ES2016)
• HTML5 CANVAS, WebGL, and building rich immersive user experiences
• Agile/Lean practices using Agile/Kanban methodologies

Benefits

Our client values their team and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you. Enjoy peace of mind with private health and dental insurance, and take advantage of our generous time off, including 20 days of paid holiday, a closed office during the Christmas break (separate from your holiday allowance), and all bank holidays observed. They also offer the option to purchase additional holidays. Your dedication will be recognised through competitive bonus schemes and milestone anniversary bonuses.