Junior PHP Engineer

Junior PHP Developer

30,000 - 35,000

Snodland, Tonbridge

• Excellent opportunity for a junior engineer.
• Site based to interact with the team.
• Excellent benefits (below).
• Excellent opportunity to grow.

The Business:

Whilst still only 6 years old, our client is one of the UK's fastest growing ecommerce brands, helping over 1 million customers 'discover something new' every year. One in ten homes in the UK now have one of thier clever, problem-solving products and we're widely recognised as one of the leading ecommerce innovators of the past few years. A British success story and incredible growth isn't stopping any time soon!

The Team

You'll be working with a group of great people who think independently but collaborate as a strong team to deliver exceptional results. Career progression? Absolutely - there are plenty of opportunities to grow and develop, as our rapid growth continues.

Fully office-based

Our client believe that they are at best when we're together, and that's why thier team fully works from thier office 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!

This Role

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.
• A strong desire to learn and stay updated with the latest advancements in PHP development.

What's it like to work there?

They believe people are key to thier success. That's why they strive to make it a great place to work. It's a friendly, welcoming and fun environment here. They've worked hard to create an amazing experience for our people because we know that workplace happiness goes way beyond just your salary. They are proud to offer one of the best packages of team perks in the area, including:

• Free breakfast every morning
• 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

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team while the company is still young and to be part of a highgrowth journey, with all of the opportunities that brings.