Wordpress/React Developer - 12 mth FTC

Just Recruitment is working with a growing, well established and market leading organisation, based on the outskirts of Colchester - they are looking to add a Wordpress/React Developer to their existing team, on a 12 month fixed term contract basis.

The key purpose of the role is to assist with new projects, as well as working on the maintenance and development of existing projects.

You will work closely with the wider business team on all projects.

You must have the ability to accurately code design layouts. The end result should be pixel-perfect, accessible, responsive, secure, and performant.

As a WordPress developer, you will be expected to develop WordPress sites using our internal starter theme.

Required skills for this role:
Knowledge in creating WordPress based websites.
Exposure to server-side JavaScript, APIs
Proficiency in modern JavaScript features (ES6+)
Strong Experience in HTML and CSS.
Have experience in working in an agency environment
Experience with Version Control systems (Git)
Development in line with accessibility standards compliance and SEO best practices
Can work to deadline and juggle competing priorities
Willingness to take ownership of projects
Experience using build tools (Gulp, webpack, Sass)
Experience with automated deployment
Experience integrating third-party APIs
High attention-to-detail

Desirables:
Proficiency in React & JS frameworks
Exposure to Web Security principals
Exposure to Docker and Kubernetes
Exposure to ThreeJS
Exposure to GraphQL
Understanding of unit & integration testing
Know your way around XD

You will:
Have Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Have the ability to communicate without jargon
Enjoy variety and have the ability to switch technologies
Have an active interest in web technologies
Have an eagerness to learn
Keen to mentor and share knowledge with other developers
Always strive to make things better

Offering a competitive package, as well as a great benefits package - this is an excellent opportunity to join a thriving business.

This role is being offered on a 12 month, fixed term contract basis.

Please note - this role can be home based 4 days a week, 1 day working from the office in Colchester - you will need to live within commutable distance of Colchester.