Python/Django Web Developer - MUST BE UK BASED Remote
Job description
Company description
Petcover is a Global Pet Insurance company covering all animals from Budgies to Bulldogs and Skinks to Stallions.
Pets are at the heart of our business and our staff; supporting pet parents is what we do best, and why we love working at Petcover.
We pride ourselves on not only being different in terms of product quality, but service. We aim for every interaction we have with our customers to be one they leave feeling like we really care about them and their pets, because we do!
We are the leading Pet Insurance Provider in Australia and New Zealand and are growing rapidly in the UK and Europe; we are proud of our leadership, innovation and heritage, having helped more pets live healthier happier lives.
Job Overview & Responsibilities
Petcover Group is looking for a UK BASED enthusiastic Web Developer with a passion for front end and back-end development. You will work as part of an emerging team developing software for new and exciting projects with large customers. We are looking for talented individuals to join our team and will be provided with hand-ons on experience in a fast working paced environment. Your main responsibilities will be to design, develop, test and produce web-based comparison solutions for a range of clients. You'll be given free reign to use the latest web technologies such as Ajax, JQuery, HTML5 and CSS3 with the ability to express your creative skills.
Key qualities:
· A passion and genuine interest for web technologies.
· Highly self-motivated, dedicated, and dependable.
· Quick to learn unfamiliar technologies and adapt to changing environments.
· Takes initiative.
· Ability to work in a team or alone and to communicate in a clear way.
· Willingness to work long hours & under pressure, solving real world customer problems.
· Creative problem solver.
· Enthusiasm is a must!
Requirements:
An excellent understanding of the following front end technologies:
· JavaScript - including AJAX and jQuery library
· Image creation/manipulation - e.g. Photoshop, Firebug etc
Basic understanding of the following languages and technologies (Or the willingness to learn):
· Python: including Django
· PHP
· Microsoft Windows & Linux Operating Systems
· MySQL databases
· XML, SOAP, HTTP
Experience:
· Minimum 2 years of commercial experience in web based environment.
Must also have:
· High standard of spoken and written English.
· Good understanding of the Object-Oriented programming model and Software Design Principles.
· General knowledge of Free Open Source Software (FOSS)
· Be able to assist junior programmers.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Work from home
Application question(s):
- How many years Python Experience do you have?
- How many years Django experience do you have?
Work Location: Remote
Reference ID: PC/WD
