Current Job Opportunities
Web Developer - PHP 5 - Object Oriented
Posted 21/04/2008
If you're a talented Web Developer looking to work on exciting projects with a range of clients, for a dynamic web development agency in Preston, then there may be a place for you at Solution Perspective Media. We specialise in enterprise level web applications.
We are currently recruiting for an enthusiastic, conscientious all-round web developer (expert-level PHP specialist) - a wizz with object-oriented PHP. If you have a measure of PHP Guru in you, then we're interested - you will be thoroughly tested! We need someone who can also take a design and turn it into a W3C standards-compliant and accessible website. Good knowledge of XHTML, CSS, AJAX and JavaScript is a must. Experience of frameworks for both PHP and JavaScript are a welcome bonus.
See the full job description below.
Just to clarify, this is not a design position, although having a good eye for design is always a plus.
Please send your CV and some recent examples of your work (these do not have to be commercial projects - they just need to be good) to me at info at solutionperspective.co.uk, and we'll take it from there. Make sure you also send a narrative explaining which bits you were responsible for. Send also a covering letter or e-mail setting out why you'd be good for the job, details of current and expected remuneration and what technologies and challenges interest you.
You will need to provide 2 references, one of which should be your most recent employer or freelance client - these will not be contacted unless you are successful in your application.
Salary is negotiable depending upon experience.
No recruitment agencies please. No really - I mean it.
Main role:
Production, modification and maintenance of web solutions for SPM accounts, and helping us deliver a greater share of the future for our clients
Key responsibilities:
- Produce, modify or maintain web solutions using a variety of technologies
- Provide general technical solutions as required
- Work both in isolation and as part of a team with minimal supervision
- Work with programmers in implementing server-side code to produce technical, interactive and database-driven sites
- Provide accurate timing estimates for work, based on verbal and written technical briefs
- Contribute to documentation (instructional, pitch and technical specification) where required
- Provide technical advice to other team members
- Liaise with clients, suppliers and colleagues in a professional and helpful manner
- Improve existing knowledge and acquire new skills through self-education, research and development, some of which may be outside of normal working hours
- Maintain a high awareness of industry issues and trends, particularly in regard to accessibility, usability, and emerging technologies, and keep team members informed as appropriate, with a view to incorporating these in future projects and staying ahead of the market
- Disseminate technical knowledge to the rest of the team wherever possible
- Actively contribute to discussions and brainstorming sessions as requested
- Ensure all projects are delivered on time and to the highest possible standard, working outside of normal office hours if required
- Attend client meetings if required
- Prioritise and manage your workload effectively
- Become involved in new business pitches as requested by the relevant Management
- Undertake other such tasks as requested by the relevant Management
- Contribute to an environment that is conducive to producing breakthrough ideas
- Finally, but importantly, help make work fun!
Summary of Performance Monitoring Areas:
- Technical skills
- Quality and speed of work
- Level of self-progression and development
- Internal relationships and departmental contribution
- Communication skills
- Awareness of industry trends and issues, particularly those relevant to SPM clients
Key attitude and personal characteristics:
- Have a proactive “can do” and “can think” approach to the job
- Demonstrate a passion for the web and seeing big ideas come to life
- Continuously challenge your own knowledge and experience boundaries
- Solutions-focused
- Flexible
- Self-educating
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Passion and commitment to the job
Technical skills:
- Object-oriented PHP5 to expert standard
- Expert SQL language
- Knowledge of using command-line Linux systems
- Competent in HTML, XHTML, CSS (1 and 2) and appropriate editing tools
- Be able to demonstrate ability to hand-code W3C-valid XHTML and CSS
- JavaScript
- Developing cross-browser and cross-platform compatible solutions
- Experience in DHTML and AJAX techniques
- Good understanding of Web Accessibility and be able to demonstrate work that conforms to accessibility guidelines
- Knowledge of emerging web technologies
- Knowledge of using JavaScript frameworks to create rich interactive content desirable
- Knowledge of XML desirable
- Knowledge of Apache configuration desirable
Inter-personal skills:
- Good verbal communication
- Ability to explain complex concepts to non-technical colleagues
- Good social skills and a team player
- Sense of humour
- Passionate and enthusiastic
- Reliable
For any more details and to apply: info at solutionperspective.co.uk by close of business on 30th May 2008


