Fullstack Engineer (PHP/React)

TL;DR

Fullstack Engineer (PHP/React): Designing and building user-focused digital platforms for a world-leading life sciences training programme with an accent on scalable architecture, API development, and accessible design. Focus on integrating Gen AI solutions and optimizing web applications for a global community of data scientists.

Location: Hinxton, Cambridgeshire. Hybrid working patterns available. Relocation package provided.

Salary: Starting at £3,303.40 per month (after tax).

Company

hirify.global-EBI is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis, and dissemination of large biological datasets for the global research community.

What you will do

• Design and develop features using PHP, React, WordPress, and Drupal.
• Architect frontend and backend applications and write effective APIs.
• Ensure websites are responsive and adhere to WCAG accessibility principles.
• Perform code reviews, unit testing, and security/performance optimization.
• Collaborate with internal teams and international partners to establish shared components and standards.
• Manage solutions from concept to deployment, ensuring scalability and robustness.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or Engineering.
• Minimum 4-5 years’ experience as a senior full stack web developer.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, TypeScript, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular JS, or VueJS.
• Experience with backend development in PHP, Ruby, or Node.js.
• Knowledge of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) and Linux server management (SSH, Apache, Nginx).
• Experience with AWS cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab).

Nice to have

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or other container deployment.
• Skill with build tools like NPM, Jekyll, Grunt, or Sass/SCSS.
• Knowledge of Google Analytics for software function improvement.
• Experience in Agile project development.
• Ability to architect scalable enterprise Drupal solutions.

Culture & Benefits

• Generous time off: 30 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Comprehensive health package including private medical insurance for the employee and immediate family.
• Financial incentives such as family, child, and non-resident allowances.
• On-site facilities: Nursery, gym, cafeteria, and free shuttle bus.
• Visa exemptions and support for international applicants.