PHP Developer

The Job

My client is looking for a Senior PHP/Laravel Full-Stack Developer to take ownership of modernizing and optimizing critical web applications. This role requires hands-on expertise in Laravel, PHP, MySQL, and modern frontend frameworks like Vue.js and React. A key responsibility will be upgrading Laravel to the latest version while minimizing downtime, maintaining database integrity, and ensuring compatibility across the system. You will also contribute to system architecture, performance tuning, and mentoring a development team. If you are passionate about building scalable, high-performance applications and leading technical initiatives, this role is for you.

The Company

My client is a leading probate research firm, recognized for their expertise worldwide. With a strong commitment to innovation, they provide vital research services for the legal and financial sectors. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where technical excellence and collaboration are highly valued.

About You

You are a highly skilled Laravel developer with experience handling major framework upgrades and working on business-critical applications. You have experience leading teams and ensuring high-quality development standards.

• 5+ years of PHP development experience with Laravel, including major version upgrades.
• Strong database expertise in MySQL, MongoDB, and HBase, with experience handling complex migrations and data integrity checks.
• Experience working on business-critical applications, including structuring code, testing strategies, and deployment pipelines.
• Experience leading development teams, balancing hands-on coding with mentoring and management responsibilities.

Why Would You Join?

• Lead Laravel upgrades and modernization projects in a critical business environment.
• Work on high-impact, business-critical applications with modern technologies.
• Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team with professional growth opportunities.
• Salary of £70,000 per year with strong benefits.
• Remote or Hybrid work model of your choice, allowing flexibility.

The Salary, Location & Process

• Salary: £70,000 per year.
• Location: London (Hybrid or Remote).
• Process:

Initial screening interview.

Technical interview covering:

• Laravel upgrades: Managing version transitions and resolving compatibility issues.
• Database migrations: Handling schema changes, rollback strategies, and data integrity checks.
• Business-critical applications: Code structuring, testing, and deployment strategies.
• Team leadership: Managing development teams, mentoring, and balancing technical and managerial responsibilities.

Final interview with key stakeholders.