Know DevOps? Are you a talented PHP developer with an understanding of Apache Configuration?

That’s right the highly intelligent cat is back! And you should learn DevOps!

I’m working with a great start up company, well they are actually pretty established but still think and feel like a start up! They are looking for a talented PHP Developer with knowledge of DevOps to join their team!

This role requires experience in developing server-side applications. This great organisation with all the latest technologies, this client has state of the art offices making your environment enjoyable and creative.

Successful candidates will have proven experience working within a large scale DevOps mission critical environment. You will working with high-traffic servers, databases, third-party APIs and open source technologies to effectively design, implement and maintain complex and innovative technical solutions that reach a huge audience.

What you will be doing?

• Architect and manage running of web application and database servers.
• Liaise with internal and external developers to integrate, test and debug web applications with PHP5 and ZEND.
• Maintain a professional approach to documentation, including drafting initial functional specifications documents, server and project documentation.

 What technical skills you need to bring:

• Eat, sleep and breath the LAMP Stack
• Demonstrated high level competence in administering LAMP stack web application architectures, Apache configuration, web application tuning and load balancing strategies
• Experience with either Debian or Ubuntu
• You need to be particularly good at object-oriented PHP development
• Knowledge of ZEND framework
• Experience with PHP 5
• You got to know MySQL database servers, failover techniques and schema optimisation for high-demand online applications.
• Knowledge of AWS will be highly advantageous
• Knowledge of database backup, load testing, source-control and continuous integration/deployment strategies.

What else is required:

• Tertiary level Computer Science degree or equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal skills – You got to have a personality!
• Strong verbal and written communication skills,
• Be able to get along with a group of diverse and talented professionals

What’s on offer?

• Chance to be part of a company that has a start up feel but the security of an established organisation
• Great company perks including, drinks fridge, ping pong table and casual attire.
• Great salary on offer with career progression
• Potential to work abroad later down the track

Ok you like this and you think you are the man/woman?!

Then apply now or contact Sam Elderfield on 9248 6228 or email: sam.elderfield@ambition.com.au

Paying up to $80,000 – Get in touch!

Need a Front End Developer?

 

The New Year has well and truly kicked off and a lot of projects have been underway for many of my clients. I can only imagine how what is on your plate at the moment so I thought that I’d give you an insight to a talented front end developer that I interviewed this week and hopefully my candidate can help you out on your next project.

Please also remember I work in a contract and permanent market, so if you require a contracting solution, give me a day rate and I’ll find a solution to fit inside this inclusive of all charges except GST.

Here are my interview notes:

My candidate has great communication skills and is passionate about continuing a career in Front End Development. He has developed a good strong foundation of skill set from exposure to Flash, as well as HTML5, CSS3 JavaScript and JQuery.

My candidate comes from a design background with 5 years’ experience and possesses that unique combination of 50/50 designer/coder. This talent makes him fluent with the entire Adobe suite and all relevant Development languages.

Has an impressive portfolio and has contracted for a range of clients that include digital agencies and advertising agencies. During his 5 year professional career he has worked in both team environments as well as a sole developer.

My candidate has all the working rights to live and work in Australia however has been educated in the United States, and has international experience from US and NZ based agencies.

He is now relocated to Australia due to family commitments and is very keen to get into the Australian Market.

Not only has he developed the front end on numerous web sites, but one his key achievements was developing a web based application that was used by a major home building company to provide their customers a virtual tour of the property.

He is currently looking to get started on a base salary of $70,000 or open to contract opportunities.

Interested? What to do next…

1) Wow this guy sounds awesome! How do I get in contact with him?

Simple, give me a call or reply to this email and I can shoot over a copy of his CV and organise an interview.

I’m also in contact regularly with talented PHP developers, Front End Developers, Mobile Application Developers as well as User Experience Professionals. So if you know of anyone that potentially will be in need in these fields get in touch.

2) I’m not too sure about this guy Sam.

If you would like to give me some feedback about this email or would simply like to have a chat please do not hesitate to contact me.

PHP? Contracting? Need a new contract for the new year?

 

 

 

It’s the end of the year and I have a great Christmas present for the PHP community – a new contract! Contractor’s and talented people looking for a change next year get in touch! If you are ready to join a great iconic Australian brand, get out of agency land and get into cutting some code like you know you should be – do not hesitate , read on and apply!

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Due to an increased demand of their project pipeline, this well established Sydney based company is in need talented Mid-Level PHP developer’s :

• Continue your career with a great Australian Company
• Use cutting edge technologies
• 6 month contract

Key Requirements:

• 3-5 years PHP development experience
• Examples of where you have built websites from scratch using PHP
-OR-
• Strong PHP skills with experience with software development for web based applications  (not just toyed around with PHP)

What you will be:

• You will be a strong back end PHP developer with the ability to work in the Front end with the necessary languages.
• Exposure to a PHP Framework (Code Igniter, ZEND, CAKE, Symphony) advantageous however if you are a pure software developer with PHP still apply!

You will have:

• Previous examples of web applications of Software that is written in PHP
• Strong communication skills and an ability to work well within a team
• Willingness to learn
• Degree in Software Engineering

You will love developing in PHP, and be able to hit the ground running here to take care of this great company’s new software requirements.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Experienced Front End Developer needed!

Front End Developer 
I need a Master in  HTML | CSS |  JavaScript | JQuery | Responsive Design

Click Here to Apply!

A leading Australian Blue Chip, with a fantastic reputation for investment in IT, are looking for a skilled Front End Developer (HTML, CSS, JavaScript technologies) to join their growing team to help drive new and innovative online developments.
Based in Sydney CBD the successful Front End Developer (HTML, CSS, JavaScript technologies) will join an experienced online team working on a high volume website that are used by thousands globally each day. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled front end developer to gain exposure to a prominent website within an established team.

The initial 6 month will give the successful applicant exposure to exciting and innovative R&D work producing prototypes that will help create a best of breed online solution.

Duties: 

• Work with Web Designers and Online BAs to create front end for a corporate transactional website.
• Work closely with .Net developers to ensure the front end functionality is correct and to standard.
• Adhere to high standards of coding. Take ownership of front end development to ensure quality, look, feel and functionality meet high standards.
• Senior Developer will be given the opportunity to guide web developers and help mould a front end online team.

Key Requirements: 

• Excellent HTML, CSS and JavaScript skills (Ajax and JQuery advantageous).
• An understanding of ASP.Net and Database technologies (not the ability to code in, but experience of working alongside)
• An eye for good design to ensure a professional well-presented look and functionality.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A passion for all things web.