Full Stack Developer

About the role

As a Full Stack Developer, you'll be expected to problem-solve independently, adapt quickly, and actively contribute to delivering exceptional results for our clients without the need for support or supervision.

Responsibilities

You’ll be expected to:

Provide innovative and adaptable approaches to problems
Build and maintain ecommerce websites on Shopify
Occasionally scope and create bespoke Shopify applications for clients
Be able to adapt quickly and overcome challenges you may encounter while working on development tasks
Effectively Communicate the status of tasks with other team members including our design, marketing and operations teams
Promote consistency of work across all web development clients
Support with migrating data from existing ecommerce platforms to Shopify

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ideal candidate

Must haves:

Strong HTML, Javascript, CSS knowledge
Strong understanding of HTTP and client side and server side interactions
Good understanding of PHP and Javascript runtimes such as Node, Bun, Deno etc
Good understanding of relational databases such as MySQL, MariaDB etc
Experience with third party integrations using GraphQL API’s
Experience with modern PHP frameworks such as Laravel
Ability to effectively write database queries with and without the aid of query builder tools
A desire to advance your knowledge and a general willingness to learn new technologies / programming languages with minimal support
Good understanding of Shopify’s Liquid templating language for Shopify theme development

Good to have:

Familiarity with managing Linux based web servers using SSH
Experience writing one-use scripts to automate tasks
Familiarity with modern Javascript frameworks, preferably React.js
Experience managing AWS EC2 instances and S3 storage
Understanding of Wordpress development
Experience with CSS preprocessors such as SCSS
Previous experience working with balancing projects simultaneously

Culturally

Professional and well organised
Passionate about the online world
Good Communication & team skills
Motivated to learn and improve themselves and those around them

Why choose cake?

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TEAM SOCIALS & EVENTS

We know how to have fun. Regular team days like canoeing, escape rooms, and more are a staple. Our team’s unique personalities and passions make us more than colleagues—together, we’re a group who genuinely enjoy each other’s company.

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FOOD & DRINKS ON THE HOUSE

Fuel for your day is essential, so we’ve got it covered. Enjoy a stocked breakfast bar, fresh fruit, snacks, and a range of sugar-free drinks, including wonky fruit sparkling water. You’ll also have access to an automated coffee machine.

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MEDICAL PLAN & LIFE ASSURANCE

Your health and peace of mind matter. That’s why we provide access to Medicash, covering everyday health costs and specialist care. On top of that, our life assurance policy offers extra security for you and your loved ones.

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HEALTH & WELLBEING

We put your wellbeing first. That’s why we offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and full access to Medicash health insurance. Whether you’re facing personal or professional challenges, we’ve got you covered with expert support.

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HYBRID & FLEXIBLE

Life doesn’t fit into a strict 9-to-5. That’s why we offer flexible working hours to suit your schedule. But we also believe in the power of in-person connection, so we encourage hybrid working to get the best of remote and office setups.

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YOU GET WHAT YOU PUT IN

Your hard work pays off - literally. Join Cake’s bonus scheme and watch your earnings grow as the business expands. Your annual salary review will be tied to your personal development, ensuring you’re always progressing in your career.

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CELEBRATE THE LITTLE THINGS

We are all about the little wins! Expect treats like cake on your anniversary, bake-offs, and an extra annual leave day each year. Plus, regular office events and get-togethers are just the start of our celebrations.