Job Opportunities

Latham IT are based near Droxford, Hampshire. We are often looking for skilled individuals to work for us. Professional Experience is not always needed if you can demonstrate your abilities, so please send us your CV. No agencies please, direct applicants only.

Web Developer, £competitive, 6 months initial w/ possibility of permanent, Droxford, Hampshire.

Latham IT Ltd. are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Web developer to join their growing team near Droxford, Hampshire. Latham IT Ltd. is a web development company specialising in application development. The company provides complete web and Intranet support primarily for businesses in south-east England with plans to expand to other parts of the UK.

As part of this role you will be expected to participate in regular technical and general group meetings, and will be comfortable working in a fast-paced and demanding industry. You will be a quick learner, with the capability of understanding and trialling new technologies as they become available. Opportunities exist for training and attendance at conferences. You will also be expected to travel to customers' sites on occasion for which expenses and mileage will be paid.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Build and maintain websites using HTML, CSS, PHP, MySQL and Javascript
  • Meet with clients to discuss and understand requirements
  • Support clients through maintenance and service level agreements to ensure their continued satisfaction
  • Contribute to the design and development of new products & services
  • Maintain an understanding of current and new web technologies & practices
Essential Experience:
  • PHP (Object-oriented)
  • MySQL, database design and management
  • Accessible web design
  • Hand-built HTML and CSS
Desirable:
  • Javascript development (including AJAX)
  • Apache configuration
  • Windows and Linux server administration
  • Search Engine optimisation
  • Web design experience
  • Use of Subversion version control system.
  • Knowledge of the Adobe suite of products (including Fireworks and Dreamweaver).
  • Experience of Google APIs.

The ideal candidate will have professional experience working in this industry, and will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of their experiences. Where previous professional experience is not available, the candidate will be expected to demonstrate that their personal educational experience is of equivalent standing.

We offer competitive salaries, with flexible working hours and generous holiday arrangements.

This opportunity is for an initial 6 month full time period, onsite at our offices in Hampshire, with a strong likelihood of extending into a full time permanent role. Availability from January 2010.

Interested applications should submit their CV with cover letter/email to sven@latham-it.co.uk or by post to: Sven Latham, Latham IT Ltd., The Roundel, St Clairs Farm, Wickham Road, Droxford, Hampshire SO32 3PW

Direct applications only - no agencies please.

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