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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

 
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