Recruitment
From time to time I’m asked by various companies to perform a recruitment service. As a previous development manager and current freelance consultant / developer, I’m perfectly placed to find suitable candidates for development roles. This includes finding, meeting, interviewing, and testing potential candidates to make sure they are right for the job. If you have a role you’d like me to recruit for, then please get in touch. If you are currently in the market for a new job, then please take a look at the positions I’m currently hiring for below:
PHP / XHTML Developer in Pimlico, London
My client is a new media agency based in Pimlico, London looking for a full-time web developer to take a lead on a number of new and exciting projects. As an agency specialising in video, the majority of their previous websites have been made with Adobe Flash but they now require a developer who will be able to build both brochureware and basic CMS sites using a combination of PHP and XHTML / CSS along with jQuery or an equivalent JavaScript framework. Due to the nature of the previous websites, your role will be unique as on the only standards based web developer on-site with a wide ranging brief to help shape the agencies website portfolio. You will have direct input on how the development department should be run leading to excellent experience for future roles.
This role would suit a self-taught developer with an interest in emerging web technologies and the ability to work on their own to a high standard. There is no minimum for years of commercial experience but you must be able to demonstrate that you understand the core technologies required.
In terms of technologies, you should be competent with PHP, MySQL, XHTML, CSS, and at least one JavaScript library. You will be required to convert PSD files into semantic and valid XHTML / CSS so Adobe Photoshop experience is required. Any experience with Adobe Flash is an advantage.
Salary is dependent upon experience and my client is keen to fill the vacancy as soon as possible.
For more information or to apply for this role, please forward your CV to me via recruitment@bendodson.com
Contract PHP / XHTML Developer in Old Street, London
My client (a new digital agency) is looking for a freelance / contract PHP Developer with strong credentials in both modern backend and frontend development. You will be expected to be able to deliver large e-commerce and CMS projects in a timely manner whilst also having the initiative to suggest changes to wireframes and designs in terms of improving usability and accessibility for the site users. You must be self-motivated and willing to commit large chunks of time to varying projects. Previous experience of building large sites and dealing with clients is essential.
In terms of technologies, you must have proven commercial experience with PHP5 (OO), MySQL, XHTML (to a high semantic / accessible standard), CSS, and jQuery. Any experience with HTML5 and CSS3 will be beneficial. A working knowledge of Photoshop or similar will be required to convert PSD files into XHTML.
My client has a large number of projects on hold so this position is available immediately. You would be hired on a per-project basis but this may lead to a more long term role based on progress. For more information or to apply for this role, please forward your CV to me via recruitment@bendodson.com.