Blaze Media
Liverpool, Lancashire
Oct 07, 2021
Full time
A Lead Web Developer with good skills in PHP, JavaScript and MySQL is needed to join the team at Blaze Media. We're ambitious, experienced and results driven; we work with the sole aim of increasing awareness, online conversions and revenue for businesses through an increased flow of users across every digital platform. We think bigger, do bigger and run on a diet of coffee and dreams. If you're a creative, proactive senior web developer and you're ready for a new challenge then we could have the perfect home for you! All candidates must have a minimum of 3 year's agency experience. Key Responsibilities: Meet with clients to plan technical specifications and timescales for their website. Advise clients on their project goal and decide on the best solution for their project. Work with the design team to plan the client's website, taking consideration of UI and UX. Plan the development of projects with the web team. Oversee the development of all web projects making sure the project runs onetime. Troubleshoot, debug and implement usable code Maintain existing web applications and enhance web application operations. Write scalable code that is clear and efficient. Oversee each development in all areas of the build from backend languages to frontend languages Talk through web projects with other team members to provide support during PPC campaigns and ongoing SEO updates Make sure all web projects are up to date and stored on GitHub Give appropriate time and price estimates for each project. Required Skills: Proficient in PHP, SASS, JavaScript, MySQL Working knowledge of bootstrap or similar system Knowledge of WordPress and WordPress syntax Ability to create WordPress plugins and custom themes Good knowledge of UI and UX design Good communication skills between clients and other team members Knowledge of OOP language Understanding of general web technology such as JSON files and API's Ability to understand the client's needs and deliver solutions based on their goals Bonus Skills: Strong design skills and knowledge of Adobe creative suite Knowledge of Shopify platform Knowledge of React, Vue.js or another JavaScript framework Knowledge of Python or node.js Good layout design and strong typography skills Sounds interesting? Please click APPLY for consideration. Applicants with the following job titles will also be considered for this position, PHP Web Developer, PHP Developer, Lead Web Developer and Lead PHP Developer.