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Join a global family creating extraordinary travel experiences as a Full-Stack Developer at Day 8 Experiences Ltd
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London, UK
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Organisation Summary: Day 8 Experiences Ltd is a trailblazer in curating unforgettable travel experiences such as Yacht Week and The Ski Week. Since 2006, the company has built a vibrant global community, celebrating over 100,000 guests from more than 100 countries. With a mission to spread joy, foster appreciation for the planet, and connect curious individuals, Day 8 is an exciting place to fuel your career and creative passions.
- Role Summary:
- Design and implement system architecture for web and mobile products to enhance booking processes, admin management, and user experience.
- Improve and maintain high-quality booking platforms across multiple sites.
- Role Requirements:
- Proficiency with React.js, Next.js, Node, Express, Redux, and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
- Experience with Webpack, Yarn, Babel, ESlint, or similar tools.
- Strong understanding of web fundamentals including HTML, CSS/SASS, JSON, and APIs.
- Knowledge of UI/UX principles and software design patterns.
- Excellent communication skills and a love for good coffee, music, and fun.
- Knowledge of Typescript, unit testing, PHP frameworks, ORMs, MySQL, and component libraries is beneficial.
- Experience with Unix, Docker, GCP, performance optimization, SEO, and e-commerce or travel systems is a plus.
- Application Process Details:
- Send your CV and Cover Letter explaining your relevant experience and why you're a great fit to [email removed - click apply for more details].
Day 8 Experiences Ltd is the company behind Yacht Week , The Ski Week, Quarterdeck & Yachts and Friends . Since 2006, we have welcomed more than 100,000 guests from over 100 countries and established a truly global community of travellers from all walks of life. Our vision is to create extraordinary experiences that spread joy, spark an appreciation for our planet and inspire curious people to become part of our global family.
The Role We are looking for a passionate and dynamic Full-Stack Developer with an enthusiasm for new technology who wants to work in a “startup” environment. You will be on mid to senior level with innovation and agility as part of their mindset. It would be an advantage if you have some experience with backend - being a smaller team you might find yourself needing to touch up on that as well.
Job Deliverables System architecture - Working with the team to help design and implement a plan to unify and future proof our various products across the web and mobile. This will affect booking processes, admin management and user experience amongst other aspects. Booking platforms - You’ll be responsible for improving and maintaining a high-quality booking process across multiple sites.
Essential skills: Experience with React.js Next.js, Node, Express, Redux Modern JavaScript (ES6 and later) Webpack, Yarn, Babel, ESlint or similar tools Strong understanding of web fundamentals (semantic HTML, CSS/SASS, JSON and APIs) Understanding of UI/UX fundamentals Good understanding of different software design patterns Great communication skills, teamwork and appreciation for good coffee, music and fun times
Nice to have Skills: Typescript Unit testing Experience with Symfony (or other PHP frameworks like Laravel) Experience with ORMs (Doctrine / Eloquent) MySQL and Metabase for reporting Experience building well designed, scalable systems WordPress (we use it as a headless CMS) Storybook or other component libraries Unix, Docker and GCP Optimising for performance and SEO Experience with other e-commerce platforms or travel systems Experience in the travel, event or festival sector is preferable, with booking funnels that need constant evolution and innovation to stay best in class and handle high volume traffic.
Responsibilities Support the Digital Project Manager and all departments in the development and implementation of new projects for our brands. Manage existing and new technology projects, ensuring all are successfully delivered within set timeframes. To apply please send your CV and Covering Letter detailing your experience and why you would be a good fit to [email removed - click apply for more details]
