Software Developer

PHP/Laravel Developer
Permanent | £40,000-£50,000 DOE | Hybrid (1-2 days in office, rest remote) | Office commutable from Birmingham (West Midlands)

Are you an experienced PHP/Laravel Developer looking to take on a role where you'll work on exciting projects and be part of a forward-thinking development team? We're partnering with a growing tech business that is looking to add a Software Developer to their engineering function.

The Role

As a Software Developer, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, secure, and scalable software. You'll play a key role in building and maintaining modern web applications, liaising with clients, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and to spec. Beyond coding, you'll have the opportunity to guide junior developers, share knowledge, and contribute to the continuous improvement of the team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Developing robust applications using PHP and Laravel
• Working with modern stacks such as TALL (Tailwind, Alpine.js, Laravel, Livewire)
• Designing and maintaining MySQL databases
• Building responsive front-end solutions (HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks)
• Creating and consuming RESTful APIs
• Managing code with Git and using Docker/CI/CD for deployments
• Working within Linux environments and leveraging AWS services (EC2, ECS, S3, Lambda, etc.)
• Collaborating with clients, clearly communicating progress and technical concepts
• Mentoring junior developers and supporting knowledge sharing across the team

Skills & Experience We're Looking For

• Strong commercial experience with PHP and Laravel
• Experience with front-end frameworks such as Alpine.js or Vue.js
• MySQL and database design principles
• Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and Linux CLI
• Experience with cloud environments (ideally AWS)

Bonus Skills (not essential):

• Python
• GraphQL / Shopify integrations
• Unit testing (PHP Unit)
• Ecommerce platforms (Magento, Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.)
• Mobile application development
• Exposure to Machine Learning / AI

Benefits

• 28 days holiday, plus 1 extra day for every year of service
• Friendly, no-stress working environment with a supportive team
• Opportunities to expand your skillset & work with new technologies
• A learning budget to spend on conferences, books, and training
• Occasional treats and meals to celebrate team milestones and wins
• Up-to-date equipment and the right tools for the job
• A comfortable office with plenty of free parking
• Pension scheme
• Competitive salary (£40,000-£50,000 depending on experience)
• Hybrid working with 1-2 days per week in the office (commutable from Birmingham, West Midlands)

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that values innovation, collaboration, and high coding standards. You'll work on diverse projects, get exposure to modern technologies, and have the chance to shape development best practices while mentoring others.

If you're a motivated PHP/Laravel Developer ready to step into a senior role and make a tangible impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to discuss this role in more detail.

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