Junior Web Developer

Location
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England
Salary
£21000 - £25000 per annum
Posted
30 Jan 2017
Closes
27 Feb 2017
Ref
00064059
Contact
Recruitment Genius Ltd
Sectors
IT, Web Design
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
This vibrant online marketing company based in Central Milton Keynes specialises in marketing UK gaming websites. They are on the lookout for an enthusiastic front-end web developer with experience in HTML5, CSS3, PHP and JavaScript to join their rapidly expanding team.

You will be expected to work closely as a team along with having the ability to work alone to take a brief from concept to completion within the allocated timeframe. Knowledge of working with CMS platforms (WordPress) would be highly advantageous, however a strong and demonstrated knowledge of front-end, web page development will be essential.

The Role:

- To work with the design team, assisting marketing and commercial teams to release site changes as per their requirements.
- Assisting with the design, development and implementation of Wordpress templates, web pages and email marketing.
- Identify and assist with site issues and optimisation.

Required skills:

- Demonstrated ability in the following languages: HTML5, CSS3, PHP and JavaScript/JQuery.
- Knowledge of web design best practices and trends, including good understanding of accessibility guidelines and SEO best practice and Git version control.
- Must be able to work as part of a team and provide input as required.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines with proven project management skills.
- Must have excellent eye for detail.
- Ability to problem solve and provide solutions.
- Keen to learn new technologies and web standards.

Candidate Qualities:

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to articulate and present creative ideas internally.
- Proactive, flexible and adaptable.
- Able to work under pressure.
- Attention to detail.
- Open minded with the willingness to learn.

Company benefits include:

- Hours: 9am - 5:30pm (Mon - Fri)
- Competitive salary
- 20 Days annual leave (excludes Bank holidays)
- Pension scheme
- Company benefits and incentives
- Bonus scheme
- BUPA health insurance
- Central location
- Equipment provided

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