→ Laravel / Full Stack Developer

Laravel / Full Stack Developer

Hours: Monday – Friday, 08:45 – 17:30
Department: Digital Media
Based at: Remote, with occasional site visits (typically once a month)
Position reports to: Lead Developer

Job Overview

We are looking to expand our highly skilled development team by adding a Full Stack Laravel Developer, preferably with experience using the TALL stack.

The successful candidate will report directly to our Lead Developer who heads up our experienced development team. You will be required to work alongside our close-knit development team on both new and existing projects and possess experience of working in a development environment, working both independently and in tandem with our other developers.

This is a 24/7 fast paced environment where flexibility and adaptability are essential. You will be working within a very small team at the infancy of what we believe will be a very successful business.

What You’ll Do

  • Build modern PHP web applications
  • Build REST APIs
  • Maintain and enhance our existing codebases
  • Document troubleshooting and problem resolution steps for internal use and to extend our knowledge base

Essential Skills

  • Strong PHP and Laravel experience (3 – 5 years professional experience)
  • Good knowledge of MySQL/Postgres
  • Experience working with JavaScript libraries
  • Knowledge of best testing practises
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Strong verbal and communication skills (completely fluent in both written and oral English)

Desirable Skills

  • Previous experience, or an eagerness to work with the TALL stack
  • Exposure or knowledge of Ionic

Additional Info

  • You will need to be able to follow modern development standards and best practices
  • A Computer Science related degree would be useful but is not essential
  • The successful candidate must have a full right to work in the UK

Our Department

Our in-house digital team have a wealth of experience and expertise. From smaller scale projects to full website development, e-books or bespoke digital resource builds, we can do it all. And because we do it in-house ourselves, we have the flexibility and freedom to make the most of a budget, within the time constraints.

Our digital specialists and programmers are fully integrated with Sterling’s other service areas, in particular, the creative team. Therefore, when we are working on a multi-channel campaign, for example, our customers benefit from knowing that all the work is being handled by a single supplier, all under one roof. We have, and continue to, deliver entire
projects from concept to marketplace.

Benefits

Annual leave – We offer 26 days annual leave, plus all UK public holidays as standard.

Flexible working – Need to start a bit later or leave a little early for an appointment? No problem. We offer a flexible working schedule.
Competitive salary – We’re committed to offering competitive salaries to our teams, with annual reviews; fantastic opportunities to progress, as well as a bonus scheme for those performing above and beyond.

Modern workplace – Although this role is being offered as a mostly remote opportunity, a desk within our open plan office space is always available to you, should you need it. Our purpose built, 60,000 sq ft site is a friendly environment that promotes collaboration and communication, as well as space for you to concentrate on your own or in a small group. Our amenities include multiple modern kitchens, insanely fast wi-fi, outdoor spaces, bike storage, showers, 24-hour access, and plenty of parking.

CycleToWork Scheme – The cycle to work scheme is awesome as it enables you to get all manner of cycling gear at a significant discount (whilst also spreading the cost).

TechScheme – Techscheme lets you get the latest tech through Sterling. You then spread the cost with up to 12 payments from your salary across 12 months and make National Insurance saving too.

Paid Membership in the HealthShield Cash Plan – A health cash plan that covers your everyday health needs by providing cashback for dental, optical and physiotherapy costs, alongside offering wellness services such as GP Anytime and Employee Assistance Programmes.

Ready to apply?

Please send your CV and a covering letter to: jackpizzey@sterlingsolutions.co.uk