Logistics UK, formerly the Freight Transport Association is one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea, and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers whose businesses depend on the efficient movement of goods.

An effective supply chain is vital to Keep Britain Trading, directly impacting over 7 million people employed in making, selling and moving the goods that affect everyone everywhere. With Brexit, technology and other disruptive forces driving changes in the way goods move across borders and through the supply chain, logistics has never been more important to UK PLC.

Design, create, test and document new and amend moderately complex website solutions in accordance with agreed development and security standards and processes.

The WebsiteDeveloper must be proficient in Wordpress amongst other skills, and will work closely with the Website Product Owner and testers in small scrum team to deliver and support the highest quality solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner.

• Be a valuable member of the website project team as we develop cutting-edge systems for Logistics UK.
• Utilise your skills in design, coding, testing, and maintaining these dynamic systems.
• Estimate development efforts accurately to ensure efficient project planning.
• Play a key role in analysing and resolving defects and issues, contributing to a seamless user experience.
• Collaborate closely with a small SCRUM team, actively participating in Scrum Ceremonies.
• Provide expert 3rd line support for WordPress and PHP applications.
• Contribute to code reviews, fostering a culture of quality and continuous improvement.
• Follow Logistics UK's development policy and Security guidelines while developing robust systems.
• Record bugs, user stories, and tasks using Azure DevOps, a powerful Microsoft lifecycle management tool.
• Utilize Git within Azure DevOps for efficient source control of all code projects.
• Create automated builds and releases using Microsoft's Azure DevOps.
• Occasionally take part in out-of-hours releases, ensuring seamless deployment of updates.

Requirements

• Performs at SFIA plus Level 2 or above.
• Proficient in designing, coding, testing & maintaining moderately complex systems.
• Passionate and adept in both coding and creating enterprise-level solutions.
• Skilled in WordPress development.
• Experience with PHP.
• Familiar with SQL.
• Knowledgeable in Unit Testing, including NUnit.
• Experienced in creating and modifying Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Proficient with Visual Studio IDE.
• Open to new ideas and adaptable to changes in processes and technology.
• Proficient in using Git for source control.
• Familiar with Version control and branching strategies (preferably GIT).
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft development technologies, including C#, ASP.NET Core & Web API.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Passionate about continuing education and enhancing code quality through collaboration with others, utilizing e-Learning tools, and attending supplier meetings and seminars.
• Excellent time management with a proven track record of meeting commitments.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment, even under pressure.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same – everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
• Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Enhanced Family Leave policy
• Flexible and remote working arrangements
• Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
• Various learning and development opportunities
• Range of pension schemes
• Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
• Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind

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