Smile Digital Talent Ltd

Lead Developer to move towards Head of Development role - Hybrid 3-4 days in office per week A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior / Lead Web Developer to take ownership of complex web projects, guide junior team members, and play a key role in shaping the future of a growing digital team within this client. This role is ideal for an experienced developer who enjoys combining hands on coding with leadership, problem solving, and forward thinking technical strategy. The Role: You will be responsible for building high performing, visually engaging, and user focused web solutions from concept through to delivery. In addition to being hands on in a technical capacity, you willsupport and mentor a small team ofdevelopers, with a clear and structured progression planto progress into a Head of Development position. Key responsibilities: Develop and maintain responsive websites and web applications using modern technologies and frameworks. Implement secure, scalable back-end systems and integrations. Optimise performance, accessibility, and SEO. Lead on code reviews, best practice, and continuous improvement. Translate briefs and requirements into functional, elegant, and efficient digital solutions. Oversee multiple development projects, ensuring deadlines and standards are met. Work collaboratively with wider teams to ensure cohesive delivery. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. We need you to have: Minimum 5 years commercial experience in web development. Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript (and frameworks such as Angular or React). Strong back-end development skills with PHP or Node.js, plus database experience (MySQL or similar). Proven experience developing bespoke WordPress themes and plugins. Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills. Experience mentoring or leading developers is highly desirable. Strategic thinker who can contribute to technical planning and growth. This is a senior position with the plan being for you to progressinto a Head of Development role. You will help define best practices, influence technology choices, and contribute to long term team and technical strategy. Apply now for immediate consideration! JBRP1_UKTJ

Lead Developer to move towards Head of Development role - Hybrid 3-4 days in office per week A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a skilled Senior / Lead Web Developer to take ownership of complex web projects, guide junior team members, and play a key role in shaping the future of a growing digital team within this client. This role is ideal for an experienced developer who enjoys combining hands on coding with leadership, problem solving, and forward thinking technical strategy. The Role: You will be responsible for building high performing, visually engaging, and user focused web solutions from concept through to delivery. In addition to being hands on in a technical capacity, you will support and mentor a small team of developers, with a clear and structured progression plan to progress into a Head of Development position. Key responsibilities: Develop and maintain responsive websites and web applications using modern technologies and frameworks. Implement secure, scalable back-end systems and integrations. Optimise performance, accessibility, and SEO. Lead on code reviews, best practice, and continuous improvement. Translate briefs and requirements into functional, elegant, and efficient digital solutions. Oversee multiple development projects, ensuring deadlines and standards are met. Work collaboratively with wider teams to ensure cohesive delivery. Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. We need you to have: Minimum 5 years' commercial experience in web development. Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript (and frameworks such as Angular or React). Strong back-end development skills with PHP or Node.js, plus database experience (MySQL or similar). Proven experience developing bespoke WordPress themes and plugins. Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills. Experience mentoring or leading developers is highly desirable. Strategic thinker who can contribute to technical planning and growth. This is a senior position with the plan being for you to progress into a Head of Development role. You will help define best practices, influence technology choices, and contribute to long term team and technical strategy. Apply now for immediate consideration!

Senior Developer, Team Lead Developer - Hybrid - commutable from Shropshire, Telford, Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Cannock, Wrexham. We are looking for a talented Senior or Lead Developer ready to take the next step in their career. This is a hands on technical role with leadership responsibility, perfect for someone who enjoys guiding others while remaining deeply involved in creating high quality, user focused digital products. As the senior figure within the development team, you will lead by example, mentor junior developers, and drive best practices in coding, architecture, and performance. You will play a major role in shaping the department's technical direction, with the longer term goal of stepping into a Development Manager position. Your role will involve: Building, maintaining, and enhancing modern, responsive websites and applications. Leading technical delivery from concept to completion, ensuring quality and performance at every stage. Developing secure, scalable back-end systems using technologies such as PHP or Node.js. Creating efficient, maintainable front-end solutions with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (e.g. React, Angular). Reviewing code, sharing knowledge, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Managing multiple development projects and balance priorities effectively. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver cohesive digital experiences. Keeping up to date with emerging tools, frameworks, and best practices. About You Experienced web developer with 5+ years of hands-on experience. Solid understanding of front-end and back-end development. Skilled in building bespoke WordPress themes and plugins. Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming principles. Adept at troubleshooting, problem solving, and finding creative technical solutions. Confident communicator and natural mentor who enjoys helping others progress. Able to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment. This opportunity is with a forward thinking digital team where your technical voice will be heard and valued. This is a senior role with genuine long term growth potential and career progression. Apply now for immediate consideration!

Development Manager, Head of Development - Telford (Hybrid / West Midlands region) A forward thinking digital agency is looking for an experienced Development Manager, Head of Development to lead its technical function, shape strategic direction, and drive innovation across all digital projects, whilst working in a hands on capacity. This is a senior leadership role, ideal for someone who combines hands-on technical knowledge with a strong record in team management, performance optimisation, and strategic delivery. The position offers real influence within the business, along with the opportunity to guide a growing department through its next stage of evolution. The Role You will take ownership of a small development team, overseeing strategy, delivery, and performance. The role requires balancing commercial thinking with technical leadership, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement. Leading from the front and working in a hands on capacity, 60% hands on and 40% management / leadership. Key Responsibilities Leadership: Lead, motivate, and develop a multi-skilled development team, whilst working hands on, leading from the front with 60% of your role being hands on web development. Set and monitor departmental goals, KPIs, and budgets in line with company objectives. Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management. Drive innovation and adopt best in class tools and technologies. Support individual development plans to build a high performing, future ready team. Define and execute a long term vision for the development function. Analyse data, performance metrics, and market trends to inform decision making. Work closely with senior leadership to align department strategy with overall business goals. Promote sustainable and ethical working practices, embedding them within the team's culture and delivery processes. Ensure timely, efficient delivery of digital and web based projects. Monitor team output and productivity, balancing workloads and capacity. Maintain effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders. About You Extensive experience (7+ years) in web or software development with a strong technical foundation. Proven leadership background with the ability to inspire, guide, and mentor others. Comfortable overseeing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality and profitability. Strong knowledge of modern web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and popular CMS platforms. Excellent communicator, able to translate complex ideas for varied audiences. Strategic thinker who can balance innovation with commercial focus. Passionate about sustainability, ethics, and responsible business practices. This is a great opportunity to join the SLT within a forward thinking agency, where new ideas and approaches are encouraged and genuine career and development opportunities for both yourself and your team. Apply now for immediate consideration!

Development Manager, Head of Development -Telford (Hybrid / West Midlands region) A forward thinking digital agency is looking for an experienced Development Manager,Head of Development to lead its technical function, shape strategic direction, and drive innovation across all digital projects, whilst working in a hands oncapacity. This is a senior leadership role, ideal for someone who combines hands-on technical knowledge with a strong record in team management, performance optimisation, and strategic delivery. The position offers real influence within the business, along with the opportunity to guide a growing department through its next stage of evolution. The Role You will take ownership of a small development team, overseeing strategy, delivery, and performance. The role requires balancing commercial thinking with technical leadership, ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards while fostering a culture of collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement. Leading from the front and working in a hands on capacity, 60% hands on and 40% management / leadership. Key Responsibilities Leadership: Lead, motivate, and develop a multi-skilled development team, whilst working hands on, leading from the front with 60% of your role being hands on web development. Set and monitor departmental goals, KPIs, and budgets in line with company objectives. Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management. Drive innovation and adopt best in class tools and technologies. Support individual development plans to build a high performing, future ready team. Define and execute a long term vision for the development function. Analyse data, performance metrics, and market trends to inform decision making. Work closely with senior leadership to align department strategy with overall business goals. Promote sustainable and ethical working practices, embedding them within the teams culture and delivery processes. Ensure timely, efficient delivery of digital and web based projects. Monitor team output and productivity, balancing workloads and capacity. Maintain effective communication between technical and non-technical stakeholders. About You Extensive experience (7+ years) in web or software development with a strong technical foundation. Proven leadership background with the ability to inspire, guide, and mentor others. Comfortable overseeing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring quality and profitability. Strong knowledge of modern web technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and popular CMS platforms. Excellent communicator, able to translate complex ideas for varied audiences. Strategic thinker who can balance innovation with commercial focus. Passionate about sustainability, ethics, and responsible business practices. This is a great opportunity to join the SLT within a forward thinking agency, where new ideas and approaches are encouraged and genuine career and development opportunities for both yourself and your team. Apply now for immediate consideration! JBRP1_UKTJ