Senior Web Developer - must be UK based and able to commute to the office - please od not apply if you can't do this.
Location: Waterlooville, Hampshire / Hybrid Salary: Competitive Working hours: 4 day working week / 32 hours / 2 Days on-site per week Are you passionate about building cutting-edge web applications and systems?
Do you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment?
We're looking for an experienced Web Developer to join our dynamic digital agency.
If you have a proven track record of developing exceptional web solutions and mentoring others, we want to hear from you!
About the Company Celebrating our 18th birthday this year, we are an independent agency looking for a Lead Web Developer.
We require someone to lead the Development department and manage our skilled Web Developers.
While based in Waterlooville, our 4 Day Working Week combined with hybrid working makes for a flexible working week and healthy work-life balance.
Lead Web Developer Role & Responsibilities We are seeking a highly experienced and results-driven Senior Web Developer be part of our web development team.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building, and optimising web applications, driving innovation and improving overall system performance.
As the Señor Web Developer, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing web development strategy, working and mentoring a small team of developers and collaborating with various departments to deliver high-quality, scalable digital solutions that meet client needs and deliver measurable results.
Reporting to and working with our Head of Design and Development you will be responsible for: Development: Lead the end-to-end development of web applications, systems and platforms, ensuring high performance, scalability, and responsiveness.
Mentoring: mentor a small team of developers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
Project Management: Your have your own Project Coordinator, to oversee project timelines, tasks and deliverables, ensuring quality standards are met and deadlines are adhered to.
Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients and internal teams to understand business goals and technical requirements, translating these into effective technical solutions.
Technology Leadership: Stay ahead of industry trends, evaluating and implementing new tools, technologies and best practices to enhance the team's capabilities.
Code Reviews & Best Practices: Conduct regular code reviews, maintain coding standards and ensure the team follows best practices in security, performance and maintainability.
Troubleshooting: Identify and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring smooth and secure application functionality.
Qualifications : 3+ years of experience in front and back-end web development.
Proficiency in the following web technologies: WordPress PHP JavaScript React (Next.js) Node.js SASS Familiarity with back-end technologies and database management Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication and project management abilities Ability to lead and mentor a team of web developer specialists and work collaboratively with key internal stakeholders A passion for staying updated on web development trends and best practices Desirable Skills: TypeScript Vercel/GCP/AWS Why?
Competitive salary 4DWW / 32 hour working week Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative industry Collaborative and supportive work environment Personal growth and development opportunities