Backend Developer

Back-End Web Developer

About PDS

Due to our rapid expansion from further client wins, PDS are looking for exceptional people to join our exciting and forward- thinking team.

PDS is a print management and creative agency based in Northamptonshire that combines creative ideas with in-depth knowledge and experience of the production process. Our services have evolved to encompass development, print, merchandise, storage and fulfilment, and logistics powered by our own technology platform.Our unique strength lies in our people, we are a friendly and personable team dedicated to surpassing our clients’ expectations of service, quality, and attention to detail.

Purpose of Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join PDS’ in-house Codeheroes team as a back-end developer.

Joining the PDS team in 2022, Codeheroes are accountable for the creation of client-led, purpose-built online applications which fundamentally enable our clients’ businesses to operate more smoothly and drive revenue.

As the back-end developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing and maintaining the core infrastructure of PDS software applications. You will work closely with the front-end developers, project managers, and wider stakeholders to build robust, scalable and efficient systems.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience as a back-end developer and would like to expand their knowledge, someone who knows how to translate commercial challenges into solutions and who thrives in an environment where the answer is never “no!”.

Key responsibilities

· Responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of the backend architecture of our applications

· To write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using programming languages such as JavaScript & PHP

· To collaborate with the front-end developers to integrate the frontend with the backend

· To develop and maintain API’s and web services for data exchange between the frontend and backend

· To write and maintain automated tests to ensure the quality and reliability of the software

· To optimise the performance of the backend systems to ensure scalability and efficiency

· To participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve the quality of the codebase.

· To keep up to date with emerging trends and technologies in backend development

Qualifications and Experience

· Strong knowledge of programming languages such as JavaScript & PHP [required]

· Experience with web frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, WordPress [required]

· Familiarity with relational databases [required]

· Experience with version control systems such as Git [required]

· Demonstrable experience with problem-solving and using analytical skills

Personal Attributes

· Strong commercial acumen having previously managed multiple, and somewhat complex assignments

· Team player with ability to communicate and interact with multiple levels

· Highly organised, results focussed with a pro-active approach to problem solving and attention to detail

· Collaborative worker

· An influencer with a persuasive and eloquent communication style

· Owns personal development and focuses on developing own skills

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £44,000.00-£48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Flexitime
• Free parking
• Gym membership
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay
• Wellness programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme
• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Wellingborough, NN8 6GR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• PHP: 2 years (required)
• JavaScript: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wellingborough, NN8 6GR

Reference ID: PDS_CodeH BE
Expected start date: 03/04/2023