Backend Developer

AWTG is looking for a very talented and experienced Backend Developer who specialises in both web and mobile software engineering.

Responsibilities

– Creating and maintaining WordPress plugins to extend site functionality.

– Customizing and building WordPress themes to match design and functionality specifications.

– Developing custom WordPress post types, taxonomies, and fields to enhance site functionality.

– Managing the migration of WordPress sites between servers, environments, or domain changes.

– Ensuring compatibility and managing updates to the WordPress core and plugins.

– Defining the tasks and main goals of new projects.

– Developing architectural solutions for the project and write efficient, scalable code.

– Managing the development team and ensure project milestones are met.

– Contributing to the achievement of overall team goals.

Requirements

– Strong knowledge of WordPress back-end and front-end architecture and their interaction.

– In-depth experience with Laravel and Symphony framework for robust web application development.

– Solid understanding and experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services and deployment.

– Confident knowledge of WordPress and PHP development

– Strong knowledge of JavaScript and jQuery.

– Experience with PHPUnit / Codeception.

– Proficiency in debugging tools

– Good knowledge of Git

– Understanding of Agile (Scrum, Kanban) methodology.

Preferred Skills

– Familiarity with GCP tools and services such as Cloud Functions, App Engine, and Cloud Storage.

– Experience with RESTful API development and integration.

– Knowledge of Docker and container orchestration tools.

– Ability to optimize application performance and scalability on cloud platforms.

– Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Salary: 35,000 – 37,000, per year, depending on your skillsets

Work schedule: Monday – Friday

Location: Onsite/ AWTG office: 8 Canham Mews, Canham Rd, London W3 7SR

If you are passionate about back-end development and eager to contribute to innovative projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.