We’re looking for an agile, front-end developer who knows code and has proven experience of writing it.
We have a network of incredible businesses, NGOs and
governments who use our technology to create efficiencies, grow
businesses and improve lives. This role will be entirely focused on
developing tools to help with partner integration and bring in new
accounts.
Working with all aspects of our product stack you’ll have good
experience of Linux, preferably on CentOS, expertise in building
gorgeous user interfaces on top of RESTful web APIs, databases and data
stores and front end tools and technologies including PHP, Javascript,
CSS/SASS and SCSS.
About you
Essential Skills:
– PHP and Javascript
– RESTful web APIs
– CSS and SASS
– SCSS
– Git
You will have:
– Excellent communication skills with perfect spoken and
written English. You must be comfortable showcasing your ideas to key
stakeholders across the business
– A strong technical, academic background
– Good scripting capability
– A focus on high quality software engineering work and attention to detail
– The ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
– A passion for software development and staying current with technology trends
– The ability to talk to techies and non-techies in suitable language
Extra credit if you:
– Like maps and location based services and know what a GIS
is, what Leaflet and the Google Maps API are and what the difference
between latitude and longitude is
– Have a passion for good user experience and design
– Enjoy learning new skills in scripting languages and how to use those to showcase our products
About us
The what3words team is a mix of experienced entrepreneurs, people who
have worked at the highest levels in large global organisations,
academics, and bright graduates – it’s a good balance, and it’s
important for us that we get the right person who is happy working
alongside people from these backgrounds. We have a relaxed and focused
office in West London, with regular team socials, and we expect to add
more benefits as we grow. We have a culture that encourages curiosity
and imagination in how we achieve our goals, and an absolute focus on
building a global business.
What next?
We are looking for someone to start this role as soon as possible, so
applications will be considered as and when we receive them.
Please note that this role will be based in our London office,
therefore we will only accept applications from individuals based in
London (or ready to move to London immediately) and those that have
authorisation to work in the UK.
Get in touch with some combination of CV, your LinkedIn or GitHub
profile with a covering letter to tell us about who you are and why
you’re interested in what we’re doing.
You can send all of this and anything else you think we should see to jobs@what3words.com.