Web Developer - Wakefield

Candour; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing digital team in Wakefield seeks a Mid–Senior Web Developer. You will engage in both front-end and back-end development using React, PHP, and Node.js. Collaborating with designers and product owners, you'll strive to deliver high-quality web applications while embracing a hybrid work model. Strong problem-solving skills and a minimum of 3 years of experience are vital. Competitive salary and supportive environment offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

Hybrid working (3 days on-site, 2 remote)

Opportunities for training and career progression

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years commercial web development experience.
• Strong front-end skills with React, JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3.
• Solid back-end experience with PHP and Node.js.
• Experience working with SQL Server.

Responsibilities

• Building responsive, high-performance user interfaces using React.
• Developing and maintaining secure, scalable backend services using PHP and Node.js.
• Collaborating with designers and product owners to improve user journeys.
• Taking part in code reviews and team stand-ups.

Skills

React

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

PHP

Node.js

SQL Server

RESTful APIs

Git

Problem-solving

Job description

Web Developer

Wakefield | Hybrid (3 Days On-Site)

Permanent | Full-Time

We’re looking for a Mid–Senior Web Developer to join a growing digital team based in Wakefield. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll work across both front‑end and back‑end development, contributing to modern, user‑focused web applications used in real‑world commercial environments.

You’ll be trusted with meaningful responsibility, involved in technical decisions, and encouraged to shape how things are built.

The Role

You’ll be part of a collaborative development team, working closely with designers, product owners and stakeholders to deliver high-quality web solutions. This role suits a developer who enjoys problem‑solving, writing clean and maintainable code, and seeing their work make a tangible impact. You’ll split your time across front‑end and back‑end development, with the opportunity to lean into your strengths while continuing to grow your skill set.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Building responsive, high-performance user interfaces using React and modern JavaScript
• Developing and maintaining secure, scalable backend services using PHP and Node.js
• Designing, querying and optimising SQL Server databases
• Collaborating with designers and product owners to improve user journeys and functionality
• Contributing to UI / UX discussions and helping shape intuitive interfaces
• Taking part in code reviews, sprint planning and team stand‑ups
• Troubleshooting, improving and refactoring existing applications
• Following best practices for performance, security and maintainability

What We’re Looking For

• 3–6+ years commercial web development experience
• Strong front‑end skills with React, JavaScript, HTML5 and CSS3
• Solid back‑end experience with PHP and Node.js
• Experience working with SQL Server (schemas, queries, optimisation, stored procedures)
• Good understanding of RESTful APIs and modern development workflows
• Experience using Git in a team environment
• Comfortable working on‑site in Wakefield, three days per week
• Strong communication skills and a practical, problem‑solving mindset

Nice to Have (Not Essential)

• Interest or experience in UI / UX design
• Knowledge of TypeScript
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or similar)
• Experience with CI / CD pipelines

You don’t need to tick every box, they are more interested in strong fundamentals and a willingness to learn.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Hybrid working (3 days on‑site, 2 remote)
• Friendly, supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for training, learning and career progression
• Modern tech stack and meaningful, long‑term projects
• A role where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued

Why Apply

This is a great opportunity for a developer who wants variety, responsibility and progression without being siloed or micromanaged. You’ll work on real products, with real users, alongside people who care about building things properly.