Web Developer

MediaWorks; Gateshead; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Social activities and events

Personal development plan

Job summary

MediaWorks is seeking a talented mid-weight Full Stack Web Developer to join our growing team in Gateshead. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with developers, UX designers, and project managers to build high-quality websites and applications.

The ideal candidate will have strong agency experience, proficiency in CMS-driven website development, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Benefits include 25 days of annual leave, a competitive salary, and a vibrant workplace environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in web development.
• Experience with CMS-driven websites including WordPress and Umbraco.
• Familiarity with Git version control workflows.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain high-performing websites.
• Work across the full development lifecycle.
• Integrate CMS platforms, APIs, and third-party systems.
• Collaborate with designers and UX teams.

Skills

Web development

CMS platforms integration

Git version control

Problem-solving

Job description

Do great work, have great fun and develop your career alongside a group of ridiculously talented people.

We're looking for a talented and ambitious mid-weight Full Stack Web Developer to join our growing development team.

This role is ideal for someone with strong agency experience who's confident delivering high-quality websites and digital experiences across both front-end and back-end technologies.

You will work closely with developers, UX designers, strategists, project managers, and clients to deliver performant, scalable, and user-focused websites and applications. The role requires a strong understanding of modern front-end development alongside experience integrating and extending CMS platforms and APIs.

Note: We work from the office 3 days per week and are based near the Metro Centre in Gateshead.

The role

If you're a motivated and ambitious Developer, please share your CV and we’ll be in touch soon.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Building and maintaining responsive, accessible, and high-performing websites
• Working across the full development lifecycle, from technical scoping through to deployment
• Integrating CMS platforms, APIs, and third-party systems
• Collaborating with designers and UX teams to deliver pixel-perfect implementations
• Supporting technical discovery, estimation, and solution design activities
• Troubleshooting and resolving bugs, performance issues, and technical challenges
• Contributing to code reviews, development standards, and best practices
• Working collaboratively within agile project teams
• Supporting junior developers where required

Benefits

When you join our crew you get a platform to shine and a competitive salary and bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy more (plus public holidays and your birthday off), social activities and office events including our monthly breakfast buffets, a range of wellbeing options, a personal development plan, and more!

The person

To be successful you'll need:

• At least 3 yrs’ experience in a web development role in a similar environment
• Experience developing and integrating CMS-driven websites including WordPress and Umbraco
• Familiarity with Git version control workflows
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage workload across multiple projects

Ideally you'll have:

• Experience with headless CMS solutions
• Experience working with RESTful APIs and GraphQL
• Understanding of build tools and modern deployment workflows
• Experience with cloud hosting platforms and CI/CD pipelines
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards (WCAG)
• Experience working with eCommerce platforms
• Understanding of SEO and technical performance best practices

And fantastic if you also have:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
• A desire to work in a fast-paced agency environment
• Commitment to continuously develop your technical knowledge and skills
• A natural ability to work independently while contributing to team success