WEB DEVELOPER

Job Description Web Developer Rebellion Group is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Web Developer to play a critical role in the development and maintenance of our high‑traffic, scalable websites. Candidates should have experience building dynamic, data‑driven digital projects across a variety of platforms and a demonstrated passion for innovation while maintaining strong process discipline. They should stay on top of emerging technology by engaging in developer communities, reading relevant publications, and experimenting out of curiosity. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to work independently, take ownership, manage project timelines effectively, and be comfortable with the unknown. (Cheshire‑based, not remote) Agency experience is a plus; this is a semi‑hybrid work schedule, requiring at least 4 days per week in the Cheshire office, with Wednesday as a mandatory in‑office day. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain highly performant, scalable, and secure websites in WordPress and various other CMS solutions. Write clean, efficient, well‑documented, and testable code for both front‑end and back‑end components. Write clean, efficient, well‑documented Pull Requests that are easily understood. Ensure application stability, speed, and security through continuous testing and optimization. Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex production issues and performance bottlenecks in our systems. Collaborate in the planning and execution of large, complex features and projects. Adhere to Rebellion Group coding standards, development best practices, and secure coding principles across all projects. Collaborate on the research, evaluation, and adoption of new technologies, frameworks, and tools to improve the development process and product performance. Support the Rebellion marketing team on internal web development projects, including the development of custom marketing tools. Support the creation of detailed technical and user documentation. Work with other team members and clients to identify business requirements and draft project definitions, technical specifications, and appropriate architecture. Collaborate with Project Managers and UX/UI Designers to translate user stories and wireframes into technical specifications and functional, intuitive user interfaces. Assist in the technical QA of project launches. Perform to high quality standards while understanding the importance of meeting client delivery deadlines and budgets. Qualifications & Skills At least 3 years of work‑related experience in responsive website and application development. Proficiency in web services and the use of open source frameworks. Proficiency with PHP. Foundational understanding of HTML5, JavaScript, and modern CSS in frameworks like Bootstrap and Tailwind. Familiarity with CSS and JavaScript frameworks such as Bootstrap and Tailwind. An understanding of React, Vue, Angular, and other JavaScript frameworks is a plus. Understanding of FTP and sending files to remote resources. Knowledge of setting up, importing, and exporting databases for CMS set‑ups and transfers. Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Strong willingness to collaborate with, knowledge share and mentor others. Version control: Experience with Git and platforms like GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket. Hosting infrastructure support – WPEngine, DigitalOcean, Netlify – familiarity with various hosting methodologies and website host migrations. CMS experience – WordPress, Concrete CMS, Shopify, and familiarity with Decap, Craft, BigCommerce. Experience with static site generators such as Eleventy or Jekyll. Developing accessible (WCAG 2.0–2.2 A & AA level compliance) websites. Preferred Soft Skills Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders. Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with a proven track record of resolving critical issues. Work with other team members and clients to identify business requirements and draft project definitions, technical specifications, and appropriate architecture. Perform to high quality standards while understanding the importance of meeting client delivery deadlines and budgets. A passion for continuous learning and staying current with emerging web technologies and industry trends, including coding with AI. Consultation Meetings – Client and Internal Equal Opportunity Employer At Rebellion Group, we celebrate difference. We don’t just accept it — we want it. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all Rebels. #J-18808-Ljbffr