Web Developer - STEM Connex

London 5 days agoFull-time External
Negotiable
Web Developer In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality code across a range of projects spanning multiple industries. Work may involve the full project lifecycle, from initial estimates through to live deployment. Projects are delivered using an agile, sprint-based methodology. You will play an active role in problem-solving and collaborative development, working closely with cross-functional teams including mobile developers, project managers, QA, designers, and product specialists. Contract: Contractor Location: Remote Day Rate: £250 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, with core hours between 10:00–16:00 Role Responsibilities • Develop efficient, scalable, and well-tested code to a high standard. • Participate in peer code reviews and collaborative development practices. • Deliver work to agreed deadlines while maintaining quality. • Use and continuously develop knowledge of testing frameworks. • Accurately track time and manage workload effectively. • Contribute to technical documentation and knowledge sharing. • Communicate progress, challenges, and updates clearly with stakeholders. • Work with cross-functional teams to develop new features or enhance existing functionality. • Attend and contribute to internal meetings and agile ceremonies. • Drive continuous improvement in development processes. • Stay up to date with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices. Essential Skills & Experience • Strong understanding of the digital development lifecycle. • Experience with version control and testing tools (unit and UI testing). • Passion for delivering high-quality software solutions. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences. • Effective time management and prioritisation skills. • Experience with PHP / Laravel, Vue.js, RESTful APIs, MySQL, PestPHP. • Familiarity with Git-based repositories (e.g. GitHub). Desirable • Basic understanding of DevOps principles. • Awareness of security and performance best practices. Education • Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline (e.g. Engineering, Mathematics, Physics), • or equivalent industry experience, training, or apprenticeship in software development. Experience • Experience working on comparable development projects. • Background in fast-paced environments such as agencies or consultancies. • Experience on professional and/or personal development projects. Benefits • Competitive annual leave allowance with incremental increases. • Flexible working hours around core business times. • Option to substitute public holidays for cultural or religious observance. • Regular company-wide social events. • Personalised learning and development plans. • Pension scheme. • Health and wellbeing support, including mental health initiatives. #Jobster