Job Description

Due to continued growth, we are now seeking a Full Stack Developer to join our existing DevOps team. You'll bring in depth Web (front and back end) and App Development experience, ideally with the foundation and ambition to grow into a leadership role.

What you'll do

Build and maintain full-stack applications

using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React (class-based and functional), TypeScript, PHP, SQL, and RESTful APIs. Contribute to

front-end, back-end, and mobile app development

, ensuring seamless system and database integration.

Write clean, responsive, and secure code

, following best practices in performance, accessibility, and maintainability.

Manage frameworks, libraries, and dependencies

, staying on top of updates and security vulnerabilities.

Use Git version control

effectively, with good habits around branching, merging, and reviewing code. Support

CI/CD pipelines

,

debugging tools

, and efficient deployment methods across the development cycle. Promote

smart problem-solving

- recognising when to custom build and when to use off-the-shelf solutions. Take part in

code reviews

,

unit testing

, and

continuous refactoring

to ensure a healthy, scalable codebase. Collaborate in

Agile sprints

, contributing to planning, retrospectives, and process improvements. Over time, grow into a role where you

help shape architecture, guide junior team members, and influence tech direction

.

What we're looking for

Strong full-stack development skills across

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React (class-based and functional), TypeScript, PHP, SQL, and RESTful APIs.

Confidence in

designing technical architecture

and turning functional requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions. Ability to build accessible, responsive

front-end experiences based on UI/UX

designs (e.g. using Figma). Familiarity with modern development processes including

Git workflows, CI/CD pipelines, unit testing, and version control

. Solid understanding of

secure coding practices

and maintaining clean, up-to-date codebases. Comfortable

writing and optimising SQL queries

and working with relational databases. A

proactive mindset

when it comes to flagging technical debt and aligning development with wider business goals.

Security-conscious

approach to coding and development practices.

Bonus if you have experience with:

iOS and Android app development - especially using

Java (Android)

and

Objective-C (iOS).

Mentoring/supporting junior developers

and contributing to collaborative code reviews.

Agile Scrum methodologies

, including sprint planning and retrospectives.

Proclaim

(Eclipse) case management system or working in a

conveyancing/legal tech

environment.

What you'll get in return

Opportunity to

step into a leadership role

, with exposure to mentoring and cross-team collaboration. The chance to work on

high-impact, exciting projects

- not just BAU maintenance. Part of a small, UK-based team with extensive overseas support, where your

contributions are visible and valued

.

25 days' holiday

(plus bank holidays). Benefits including free conveyancing, discounted mortgage advice, staff discounts, wellbeing initiatives, social events, and more.

Why PLS?

We're a fast-growing, modern law firm with a genuine commitment to innovation and investment in technology. From our digital client portal to our evolving tech stack, we're serious about using smart solutions to transform how conveyancing works. You'll join a business where developers are valued, empowered to shape systems, and supported to grow -- all within a collaborative, people-first culture.

Location:

Remote UK (first week on site at Altrincham office, WA14 5UW, travel and accommodation covered)

Hours:

Full-time, Mon-Fri, 9:00-17:00

Start Date:

ASAP (flexible)

Salary:

45-50k

Ready for your next big step? Join us and shape the future of tech at PLS, apply now!

Get in

touch

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Date Posted

10 June 2025