Application Developer PHP / Python - London

Application Developer, Web Developer, PHP Developer, Python Developer, LAMP

Leading telecoms organisation requires an Application Developer to join a dynamic team based in central London.

Reporting into the Head of Systems & Development, you will be responsible for building of the clients web application infrastructure and core systems in PHP or Python within a high availability, and scalable environment.

Key responsibilities include:

*Review and analysis of new software requirements and existing software shortcomings
*Creative design of solutions to identified problems and new requirements
*Working closely with the team to tailor solutions before their implementation
*Meticulous documentation of software solutions to increase the transparency and clarity within the team
*Thorough implementation of tests alongside software to limit amount of future code breakage
*Deployment and delivery of software solutions
*Maintenance and bug fixing of current and newly developed software
*Automatization of processes and systems that are not yet properly implemented

To be considered for this role, you will be a solid Application Developer, with a minimum of 2 years experience in software development under GNU / Linux systems.

You will also have the following skills/experience:

*Expertise in following programming languages: Python, PHP, JavaScript
*Experience with database systems such as MySQL and Oracle
*Experience in creating or at least integrating with RESTful or SOAP APIs
*Solid understanding of mark-up languages such as HTML and XML
*Well acquainted with the concept and practical implementation of unit testing

The following skills/experience are desirable:

*Exposure to Sales Force CRM system and its underlying Apex language
*Exposure to other programming languages: C/C++, Java, Ruby, Bash
*Exposure to frameworks such as Symfony, Django, Flask, Zato, Ruby on Rails
*Understanding of TCP/IP at an application level as well as at a socket level on the client and server side would also be advantageous

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading organisation during a period rapid of growth.

Strong base salary and package on offer.

If you feel you have the relevant skills/experience, please forward your CV ASAP.