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Web Developer

JSM Recruitment Limited
Posted 11 days ago, valid for 4 days
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This fully remote Web Developer position is with a UK-based nonprofit organization focused on improving public information.
  • The role requires strong experience with Django, Python, and PostgreSQL, along with a salary of £40,000 to £50,000 per year.
  • Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience, with a focus on backend development and an interest in full stack work.
  • Key responsibilities include transitioning from Django CMS to Wagtail, developing website features, and collaborating with internal teams.
  • The organization offers benefits such as 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and access to an office in Central London.

Fully remote role with option to work in the office if you like Our client, A UK-based nonprofit organisation is looking for a Web Developer to join their mission-driven team working to improve the public information environment. The role offers the opportunity to shape a key public-facing website and ensure its infrastructure is robust, accessible, and effective.

You’ll play a key role in transitioning the organisation from Django CMS to Wagtail and enhancing the functionality of its website and internal tools. The role is primarily backend-focused but offers scope for full stack work depending on your interests and strengths.

If you’re passionate about using technology for social impact and thrive in a collaborative, agile environment, we encourage you to apply - even if you don’t meet every requirement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the transition from Django CMS to Wagtail CMS (near completion).

  • Develop and maintain new features and functionality for the website.

  • Make backend architectural decisions to support scalability and maintainability.

  • Provide occasional user support for internal Wagtail users (training, documentation, troubleshooting).

  • Collaborate with internal teams to design user-focused digital solutions.

  • Occasionally work across the stack and with external systems (e.g. Salesforce CRM).

  • Contribute to project scoping and technical planning.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Skills:

  • Strong professional experience with Django, Python, and PostgreSQL.

  • Proficiency with version control tools, especially Git/GitHub.

  • Ability to translate technical requirements into effective solutions.

  • Understanding of front-end fundamentals (HTML, CSS, JS) and web standards.

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with Wagtail CMS.

  • Front-end development skills.

  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and server management.

  • Experience with Agile workflows.

Personal Attributes:

  • A commitment to political neutrality and sensitivity to the UK public debate context.

  • Clear communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

What’s on Offer

  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year

  • Day off for moving house

  • Pension scheme

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Office access in Central London

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.