Senior PHP Software Engineer

3 days ago

Swindon, Swindon, United Kingdom UBT Full time

Location:
Swindon (Hybrid)

Salary:
Up to £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Build the Technology that Powers a Safer, Smarter Future
We're working with a leading UK organisation at the forefront of technology-driven workplace and safety solutions to recruit an experienced
Senior PHP Software Engineer
.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern, forward-thinking business where technology underpins operations and drives innovation. You'll play a key role in developing and enhancing the company's in-house systems, supporting digital transformation, and helping to deliver seamless solutions to major UK clients.

The Role
As a Senior PHP Software Engineer, you'll take ownership of core technical components within a fast-evolving software ecosystem. You'll design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure applications while mentoring junior developers and collaborating closely with teams across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design and development of new features and modules within Laravel-based applications
  • Refactor and optimise existing codebases to enhance performance, scalability, and reliability
  • Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and integrations with internal and third-party systems
  • Write clean, testable, and well-documented code following modern PHP standards
  • Contribute to architectural planning, sprint reviews, and technical discussions
  • Collaborate with DevOps and front-end teams to deliver seamless end-to-end solutions
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to other developers

Requirements
About You
Essential Skills & Experience:

  • 7+ years of professional PHP development experience, including strong knowledge of Laravel
  • Strong understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and application architecture
  • Proficiency with MySQL and SQL Server
  • Hands-on experience with Docker and containerised development environments
  • Proven experience in API development and third-party integrations
  • Strong understanding of testing practices and CI/CD workflows using Git
  • Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience deploying applications to AWS or other cloud platforms
  • Familiarity with microservices or event-driven architectures
  • Exposure to front-end frameworks such as React or
  • Understanding of security best practices
  • Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment

Benefits
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where innovation and purpose go hand in hand. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values technical excellence, continuous improvement, and meaningful impact.

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary up to £70,000 per annum (DOE)
  • Performance-related bonuses
  • Hybrid working (Swindon HQ with remote flexibility)
  • Continuous learning and career development opportunities
  • A supportive, collaborative environment where your ideas are valued
  • The chance to make a tangible impact on systems and products used by major UK clients

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