Web Application Developer

Nine Twenty Technology ,
Glasgow, City of Glasgow
Contract Type: Permanent

Overview

Nine Twenty Technology are proud to announce a new partnership in Edinburgh with a leading cyber security software company recruitment of a Web Application Developer. Who are they? The development of the software started 2004 when there were limited options available for Mac users for anti-virus software. The product was originally free but due to the high demand and great success of the product, they went commercial in 2015. They are now a true Scottish success story with a global presence. The product speaks over 11 languages and used by home users and businesses throughout the UK and around the world, including the Scottish Government and other government agencies, international marketing and retail organisations, finance businesses, and several universities worldwide. They are now investing heavily in the business to help support their growth and desire to make their product the leading anti-virus software for Mac. The role: The Web Application Developer will take ownership of their website (currently PHP MySQL) and build out their existing internal web tools. Within this role you will be also working on greenfield development, working on new customer-facing websites. What would the day to day look like? Identify, specify and develop new features Support development of new products Squash bugs Identify areas for improvement and raise these with the team Keep up to date on all things Mac (as well as Apple's other OSes) Current technology stack: XHTML/HTML 5, PHP, MySQL, WordPress (exported to static HTML), Perl, Bash, Ubuntu, SSH, Git Agile You will be given technical freedom and be able to use technology which best fits the requirement and use your skillset. About you: We are looking for an enthusiastic developer who shows a strong sense of pride and ownership in their work. You will have a passion for delivering the best and most reliable web applications. You will thrive on being involved in a small software team where you will have the opportunity to progress your career. Your ideas are listened too and valued within the business. Technical skills required for the role: Degree in Computer Science (or related discipline) Fluent in PHP or similar web-app framework Current macOS user Strong MySQL/MariaDB experience Confident in using scripting languages such as Perl or Python Proficient in using the Unix command line (Bash/Zsh) We will give bonus points for: Experience or knowledge of macOS/iOS development using Swift or Objective-C Experience or knowledge of deploying web-apps remotely to customers Experience of test-driven development Experience of the Elastic stack (Elasticsearch, Kibana, Logstash etc) Knowledge of or strong interest in cybersecurity Experience developing security software Ability to design and develop a browser extension in Safari or any of the other major web browsers On offer for you: Joining the team at an exciting stage in our growth Help shape the role and company itself The chance to work with a diverse and friendly bunch of people The opportunity to upskill and develop your knowledge in web development and cyber security Progressive environment Technical freedom Excellent salary Flexible working environment Private Medical Insurance If you are interested in this opportunity, please get in touch with Rachael at Nine Twenty Technology