Backend focused full stack developer
Cog DesignLondon, United Kingdom
UK50000GBP - 55000GBP
We're looking for an experienced full stack developer (4+ years experience) to help us maintain and develop our portfolio of 60+ websites for some of the largest cultural institutions in the UK.
You’ll work in a small and dedicated team alongside other full-time and freelance developers, project managers and designers, suggesting technical solutions to optimise existing websites as well as leading on the build new sites (either alone or in partnership).
You’ll be pragmatic, flexible and focused. You will be able leverage both front-end and back-end technologies to make sure our sites function smoothly with a focus on web native functionality, accessibility and performance.
About the role/ key responsibilities
- We’re looking for a confident problem solver with a collaborative approach
- You’ll have a thorough understanding of core web technologies and frameworks, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript. Experience with React is a plus but not essential
- You’ll be able to interpret wireframes and website mock-ups and explain technical options to non-technical colleagues
- You’ll own tasks end to end; including communicating with project managers and designers to gathering more information if needed
- You’ll have experience of delivering websites within a professional environment and supporting websites through their full lifecycle
- We're a small team with a large output so you'll be able to take ownership of areas that interest you and ship new features quickly
- You’ll enjoy continuous personal development and value opportunities to learn on the job
About you
Essential
- Experience with Wordpress, Advanced Custom Fields and plugin development
- Excellent core web development skills focused on semantic HTML, vanilla JS and Modern CSS
- Experience of developing and testing responsive websites for multiple browsers, platforms and devices
- Experience with 3rd Party Restful APIs such as ticketing & CRM systems
- Accessibility best practices
- Experience estimating how long you need to invest in specific tasks
- Right to work in the UK
Nice to have
- Experience using project management and communication tools such as ClickUp/Slack/Basecamp
- DevOps experience including web server management with NGINX/Litespeed
- Experience with Ticketing and high traffic web applications.
Benefits
- MacBook Pro as work laptop
- 25 days paid leave each year (in addition to official local public holidays) - you can also buy or sell up to five days each calendar year.
- Annual team discussion days – where we celebrate the past and play an active part in planning your future
- Recruitment referral bonus
- Cycle to work scheme
- Travelcard loans (interest free)
- Funded monthly cultural outing with the team – in person in London ( but sometimes remote)
- Occasional team dinners
- Monthly breakfast briefings with leading figures from the sector
- Regular training sessions delivered by team members and guests
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FAQ
- Is the Backend focused full stack developer position at Cog Design remote?
- Yes. This role was posted on Remote Frontend Jobs, a job board that lists exclusively fully remote positions.
- What is the salary for the Backend focused full stack developer role?
- The posted salary range for this position is 50000GBP - 55000GBP.
- When was this Backend focused full stack developer job posted?
- This listing was posted on August 14, 2025 and is still open for applications.
- How do I apply for the Backend focused full stack developer position at Cog Design?
- Use the apply button on this page — it takes you directly to the employer’s application page.
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