Back-End Developer at The Big Phone Store (Sponsorship Available)

The Big Phone Store is looking for a skilled and dedicated Back-End Developer to join its team in a highly rewarding position. Visa sponsorship is offered to the right candidate following a successful probationary period.

About the Company

Since 1999, The Big Phone Store has been a leader in the refurbished phone industry, combining advanced technology with a commitment to sustainability. As one of the UK’s first retailers of refurbished phones, the company is dedicated to providing high-quality tech at unbeatable prices while actively working to reduce electronic waste and protect the environment.

The Big Phone Store has earned recognition from respected publications, including Which? and MoneySavingExpert (MSE), for its transparent and trustworthy service, solidifying its reputation as a reliable and eco-conscious tech provider.

Position: Back-End Developer

Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 per year

Job Type: Full Time

Location: Wolverhampton, UK (Remote and onsite)

About the Role

We at The Big Phone Store are expanding and we are looking for more experienced Back End Developers to join our growing team.

We want individuals to join our team who are passionate about coding and who can demonstrate this passion. You will be joining a team of passionate fellow coders who eat breath and sleep code.

As a full-time, permanent member of our team, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our company and supporting our continued growth.

We offer the possibility of visa sponsorship after a probationary period of 6 to 12 months, subject to performance. This can be remote if outside of the UK and onsite if UK based.

Experience with the Laravel PHP Framework is MUST!

Main Duties

  • Develop and maintain code using PHP and Laravel framework.
  • Collaborate with our front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements.
  • Develop and implement APIs
  • Complete modules with little to no supervision
  • Explain technical issues to non-technical people
  • Manage and prioritise own workload – no micromanagement here!
  • Able to forecast timescales and project plan
  • Able to troubleshoot and debug
  • Write clean, well – tested code which stands the test of time and does not become a legacy nightmare of tomorrow
  • Able to write scalable code

We want a developer who will learn and adapt to our business needs. We have so many in house systems and so many exciting projects in the pipeline and we are looking for the righ developer to join our team.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience / Proven passion
  • Good knowledge of PHP and/or Laravel
  • Experience with SQL databases
  • Able to work alone and as part of a small team
  • Confident in their ability and their code
  • Have a passion for code
  • Enjoy learning and learns quickly
  • Strong problem-solving skill and attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Possess integrity, be honest and trustworthy
  • Take on ownership and responsibility

Are you a keen developer looking to work in a place of value where you are more than just another number at a desk and have a genuine valued input?

Do you want to work with a team who are passionate, dedicated and techy?

Apply now and join the refurbished revolution!

Benefits

  • Permanent position
  • Apple equipment supplied when in UK
  • Expenses covered for tech conferences i.eLarameets
  • Flexible working hours
  • UK sponsorship available for non-residents after 6 – 12 months probationary period
  • Hybrid working available – 2 days a week in the office (once approved)
  • Staff discounts
  • Pension scheme
  • Days out and other social events
  • Free onsite parking
  • Equal opportunities employer fully committed to diversity, equality and inclusion
  • Birthdays off and paid for without having to use any holiday entitlement.
  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays
  • 1 extra day holiday rewarded for every year of service

Required Documents

  1. CV/Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Application Process

Interested and qualified candidates should kindly CLICK HERE to learn more and apply

Application Deadline

December 8, 2024