Position: Web Designer & Developer
Location: Dunfermline, Scotland, United Kingdom
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience)
About Soits Tech
Soits Tech is a growing technology company committed to delivering innovative, reliable, and scalable digital solutions. We work closely with businesses to develop high-quality software, websites, and web applications that improve efficiency and drive growth. Our collaborative approach and commitment to continuous innovation enable us to create tailored solutions that meet our clients' evolving needs.
We are looking for an experienced Web Designer & Developer to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional with at least 3 years of commercial experience in web design and development who is passionate about building secure, high-performing, and user-friendly web applications.
Key Responsibilities
As a Web Designer & Developer, you will:
- Design, develop, maintain, and optimise responsive websites and web-based applications.
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code using technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and other relevant web development frameworks.
- Design application architecture and database structures to ensure scalability and performance.
- Build, maintain, and update websites and databases.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve website and application issues.
- Develop new features while enhancing existing functionality.
- Conduct comprehensive testing to ensure applications perform reliably across multiple browsers, operating systems, and mobile devices.
- Develop and maintain automated UI testing using tools such as Selenium, Appium, or similar frameworks.
- Monitor website performance, traffic, and user experience, implementing improvements where necessary.
- Apply SEO best practices during website development and content updates.
- Ensure websites comply with modern security standards by implementing security updates and protecting client data.
- Collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.
- Participate in Agile development processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support internal web applications and provide technical assistance when required.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard of quality.
- Stay informed about emerging web technologies, frameworks, and industry best practices.
Essential Requirements
The successful candidate should have:
- A minimum of 3 years' professional experience in web design and web development.
- Strong experience with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, PHP, and modern front-end development technologies.
- Experience developing responsive websites compatible across multiple browsers and devices.
- Solid understanding of relational databases and SQL.
- Experience with version control systems such as Git.
- Good understanding of web application architecture, web security, encryption, and secure coding practices.
- Experience working with Agile and/or Waterfall development methodologies.
- Experience with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Knowledge of automated testing frameworks such as Selenium, Appium, or equivalent.
- Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar design tools).
- Strong understanding of code optimisation and website performance improvement techniques.
- Good knowledge of SEO principles and implementing SEO-friendly web solutions.
- Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to work effectively under deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
Desirable Skills
- Experience working with cloud hosting platforms.
- Knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Angular.
- Experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of £35,000–£45,000 per annum.
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of exciting client projects.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Career development and professional growth opportunities.
- Exposure to modern technologies and continuous learning.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Web Designer & Developer looking to join a forward-thinking technology company, we would love to hear from you.
Apply through Indeed or submit your CV and a portfolio of relevant work to our company mail Id [email protected] . Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview as part of the recruitment process.
Pay: £35,000.00-£45,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
