• Work with APIs, webhooks, and third-party integrations to ensure seamless data flow and functionality
• Architect, develop, and maintain custom Magento 2 modules and extensions to meet business requirements
• Optimise Magento 2 backend performance, including database queries, caching strategies, and load times
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, ensuring platform stability and scalability.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, designers, and project managers to deliver complete, polished ecommerce solutions
• Ensure code quality through best practices, peer reviews, and automated testing.
• Stay current with the latest Magento features and updates, implementing them as needed
• Mentor junior developers, providing guidance and technical expertise to elevate the team’s output

• Extensive experience in Magento 2 backend development, including custom module development and system architecture.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and Magento’s ORM.
• Expertise in Magento’s API frameworks (REST and GraphQL).
• Solid understanding of server-side performance optimisation, including database indexing, caching (Redis, Varnish), and scalable architecture.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• A strong grasp of development principles and design patterns.
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with Elasticsearch for Magento 2

• Magento 2 Certification
• Familiarity with headless Magento setups using GraphQL
• Knowledge of cloud hosting environments
• Hands-on experience with tools like New Relic for performance monitoring

• Salary of £40,000 - £50,000 DOE
• Opportunity to work on exciting, complex projects for global brands
• A supportive, highly skilled team that values your expertise and ideas
• Flexibility to work remotely or in-office, depending on your preference
• Competitive salary and a focus on continuous learning and professional development
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Extra days holiday for each year worked (uncapped)
• Company pension scheme
• A clear progression plan with regular appraisals and training sessions
• A clear pathway to help build something exciting
• Training and development budget to undertake third party training and certifications
• Presents on your birthday, christmas, work anniversaries and big life events
• Social events
• Quarterly surprise gift boxes
• Cashback health and wellbeing programme with Simply Health
• Employee referral scheme
• Employee wellbeing and culture at the forefront - excellent office environment!

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If you’re ready to take on a senior role where your skills and ideas will make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Send us your CV and portfolio today, and let’s build the future of ecommerce together!

Equal Opportunities

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At Ayko, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religious beliefs or sexual orientation.