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Junior PHP Developer

Location: Leamington Spa

Join a talented and ambitious global engineering consultancy specialising in the rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and associated technologies, working directly and collaboratively with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace, defence, OEMs, Tier-1s and industry research bodies through our technical centres in North America, the U.K. and India.

Personal Profile and Experience

Join our rapidly expanding team as a Junior PHP Developer and play a pivotal role in our journey to success!

We are seeking a talented Junior PHP Developer to join our growing development team. You will be responsible for contributing to the design, development, and maintenance of our browser-based bespoke ERP systems that are critical to the operation and success of the business. Your expertise in PHP programming, coupled with your problem-solving skills and attention to detail, will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality code and exceptional user experiences.

What you will need

You’ll excel in this role if you have the following skills & experience:

  • Must have strong understanding of OOP alongside understanding of the MVC structure. Nice to have knowledge of the Symfony framework and/or jQwidgets.
  • Ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code, following coding standards and best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with databases, particularly MSSQL, MySQL.
  • Solid understanding of web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
  • Creative and proactive approach to problem-solving, with the ability to think outside the box.
  • Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in coding and documentation.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment.
  • A strong desire to learn and stay updated with the latest advancements in web system development.

Please note that this role is full time onsite, there is no hybrid working option.

What we can offer

Pay

  • Competitive Salary
  • Annual Salary Reviews
  • Bonus (discretionary)

Benefits

  • 25 Days Holiday & Holiday Purchase Scheme
  • Half Day Fridays (Monday to Thursday 8.25 hours, Friday 4.5 hours)
  • Private Healthcare (after completion of probation)
  • EV Car Scheme (after completion of probation)
  • Life Assurance
  • Employee Assistant Programme
  • Free Parking
  • Free Fruit and Drinks (tea, coffee, hot chocolate)
  • Funded Family Summer BBQ & Christmas Party
  • Flexible Start & Finish

Culture

  • People- oriented environment where you can be yourself and realise your full potential

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the team to analyse requirements and design efficient and scalable solutions using PHP.
  • Develop and maintain browser-based applications using the PHP, JavaScript, CSS.
  • Write clean, well-structured, and well-documented code to ensure the maintainability and readability of the software.
  • Troubleshoot and debug existing applications to identify and resolve issues promptly.
  • Implement new features and functionality based on project specifications and user requirements.
  • Participate in code reviews to improve code quality and receive constructive feedback.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of the role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills of the role holder. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract of employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

At Drive System Design we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse team drives innovation and helps us deliver the best solutions to our customers.

We strive to create a recruitment process that is accessible to all, and we are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments to support candidates with different needs. If you have any specific requirements or would like to disclose anything that may help us to ensure a positive experience during the recruitment process, please let us know. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.

Your application and any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality. We look forward to welcoming talented individuals from all backgrounds to join DSD!

Job Category: Support Functions
Job Location: United Kingdom

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