Senior Developer
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Position Overview & Specifications
Become part of a team that's shaping the future of retail.
Due to continued growth and investment Activate OnDemand is now looking to strengthen its development team. An exciting opportunity to get involved in developing a Fintech SaaS platform currently used by brands such as Tesco, EE, Sky, FitBit and Amazon. Contract and permanent opportunities available.
Must haves (technical):
- Strong experience in PHP and Laravel
- Strong experience in JS and VueJS, or other similar modern JavaScript frameworks
- Proficient building robust frontend experiences (Tailwind CSS a plus)
- Proficient working with REST API’s, code packages, deployment tools
- Proficient with unit and integration testing
- Experience with containerization tools like Docker
Must haves (non-technical):
- Fluency in English language
- Ability to self-manage and organise in remote work environments
- Attention to detail
- Ability to lead and mentor other developers
Nice-to-haves:
- Working knowledge of graphic design, typography, and user experience principles
Benefits:
- Remote working
- Competitive salary £60k - £70k, depending on experience and other factors
- Support for professional development (conference attendance, support for speaking at local meet-ups, etc.)
- Support for technology (software licenses, training programmes,etc)
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Senior Developer roles across Activate on Demand's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £60,000 - £70,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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