Senior Web Developer

Senior Web Developer (Laravel and VueJS)

Appetiser challenges me to give the best version of myself. The culture within the team is unique and everyone is talented and skillful in their profession. We set goals guided by virtues created by the team rather than the traditional core values. If you answered YES to these questions, you may be a fit for Appetiser Apps.

Join a high-performance team who are striving to go from an Australian market leader to a worldwide phenomenon. Our competitors cannot keep up with our technology, pace, and track record of successful clients. We need ambitious people to help us grow by 10X over the next 5 years.

• BUILD beautiful websites using HTML and CSS to bring creative ideas to life.
• COLLABORATE with designers and developers to create web apps and backend mobile solutions.
• COORDINATE with teams to launch content, setting clear timelines and expectations.
• PLAN for the unexpected by preparing backup solutions to ensure site reliability.
• GROW and maintain the website by expanding its features and keeping content fresh.
• LEAD projects and, when needed, take charge of a team from start to finish.
• ADAPT quickly and take on new tasks as they arise.

The right fit for this role is DETERMINED and AMBITIOUS with:

• WORK ETHIC that leaves others in their dust
• Relentless desire to BECOME YOUR VERY BEST, and can prove it
• DEEP KNOWLEDGE in technology
• A TRACK RECORD of IT experience, with a strong background in mobile and web app development, plus a solid grasp of programming basics.
• BONUS: Past experience as a DEVELOPER, ENGINEER, or PRODUCT MANAGER.

• Proficient in using Git for version control and collaboration
• Experience in writing unit tests and building testable, maintainable code
• Solid experience working with Stripe API and documentation
• Understanding of Agile software development practices (Scrum or Kanban)
• Reliable internet connection (minimum 30 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload)
• Must own a personal laptop or desktop capable of handling development workloads

• In-depth experience with Laravel 10 or later and a strong grasp of the Laravel ecosystem
• Solid knowledge of SQL schema design and SOLID principles
• Experience with MySQL query optimization and performance profiling
• Understanding of scalable application architecture and design patterns
• Proficient in developing RESTful APIs, including documentation using tools like Bruno, Insomnia, or Postman
• Familiarity with server setup and deployment, or experience using Amazon Web Services (AWS)

• Proficient in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and pre-processors like Sass
• Experience with the Nuxt.js framework
• Understanding of modern frontend practices: composables, state management, component reuse, and responsive design
• Bonus: Hands-on experience with Vitest, Cypress/Playwright, and TypeScript

• Flexible Work Arrangements: The ability to work from anywhere in the world as long as you perform.
• Accelerate Your Career: After probation, you get performance reviews every 6 months. Progress based on merit faster than ever before.
• Become Your Best: Set personal & professional goals every quarter with your talent coach. Get optional counselling along the way.
• Global Impact: Build products that reach users worldwide and truly make a difference in the world
• Public Recognition: Track your achievements as you build a personal portfolio & track record.
• Join a Culture of Drivers: Become part of a team that’s striving to be their very best.

If this resonates with you, please apply today.

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