Junior PHP Developer

One of the fastest-growing eCommerce brands in the UK seeks a Junior PHP Developer to join their team.

The Junior PHP Developer will be based onsite in my client’s HQ in Snodland, Kent. They believe that we are at our best when we're together, and that's why the team fully works from our office from our swanky new offices in Snodland, near Maidstone. This facilitates easier collaboration, encourages conversations, and sparks creativity. And there’s some pretty sweet incentives to coming to the office, too, including free breakfast every day!

Junior PHP Developer - Summary:

Join a rapidly expanding team as a Junior PHP Developer and play a pivotal role in our journey to success!

We are seeking a talented Junior PHP Developer to join our growing development team. You will be responsible for contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of our web applications that are critical to the operation and success of the business. Your expertise in PHP programming, coupled with your problem-solving skills and attention to detail, will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality code and exceptional user experiences.

Junior PHP Developer - Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the team to analyse requirements and design efficient and scalable solutions using PHP.
• Develop and maintain web applications using the CakePHP framework.
• Write clean, well-structured, and well-documented code to ensure the maintainability and readability of the software.
• Troubleshoot and debug existing applications to identify and resolve issues promptly.
• Implement new features and functionality based on project specifications and user requirements.
• Participate in code reviews to improve code quality and receive constructive feedback.

You’ll excel in this role if you have the following skills & experience:

• Strong understanding and practical experience with the CakePHP framework (or equivalent i.e. Laravel)
• Ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, following coding standards and best practices.
• Hands-on experience with databases, particularly MySQL.
• Solid understanding of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to think outside the box.
• Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in coding and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment.

Junior PHP Developer - Benefits:

• Minimum of 25 days holiday per year as standard (plus more the longer you stay)
• Flexible hours
• Your birthday off work
• Free EV charging
• Free car washing
• Regular team and charity fundraising events
• Free products from our range
• Generous staff discount
• Company pension
• Casual dress code
• Free and unlimited sweets, cold & hot drinks