About the role:
As a back-end Drupal developer in our development team, you will be part of a team managing the main Oxfordshire County Council website along with several smaller sites. Your role will involve:
* Developing and maintaining custom modules on our main website and several smaller sites.
* Ensuring seamless integration with front-end components.
* Optimising the performance of our Drupal-based applications.
You'll work closely with our front-end developer, UX/UI designers, and DevOps to deliver a great user experience for the residents of Oxfordshire.
Your experience with PHP (Symfony), MySQL, Drupal's API, Docker/Lando, and DevOps environments will be crucial to your role.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain custom Drupal modules.
* Optimise website performance and scalability.
* Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
* Troubleshoot and resolve website issues and bugs.
* Ensure the website is secure.
* Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of best practices.
* Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
About you:
You will be a skilled Drupal back-end developer with a strong PHP, MySQL, and Drupal development background.
We value innovation and problem-solving, so you'll have the opportunity to tackle complex challenges and contribute to the continuous improvement of our platforms. Our collaborative and supportive environment encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth, making it an ideal place to advance your career.
Essential:
* Proven experience as a Drupal Back-End Developer.
* Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and Drupal 8/9/10.
* Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
* Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong communication skills.
* Willingness to work in sprints as part of a team engaging in the planning, refinement, and associated processes.
Desirable:
* Experience of Local Gov Drupal (LGD).
Rewards and Benefits:
* Flexible working hours and remote work options.
* Opportunities for professional growth and development.
* Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
* Up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to buy additional days.
* Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer's contribution of up to 19.9%.
* Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy).
* Regular monthly formal and informal support and supervision.
* Local and national discounts for shopping and travel.
* Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities, career progression scheme including the opportunity to train as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Adult Mental Health Practitioner.
To find out more, please contact Catherine Wood, Solutions Delivery Team Leader at catherine.wood@oxfordshire.gov.uk.
We will review your application on receipt. Interviews to be held w/c 2nd December 2024.
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