4,467 Freelance Developer jobs in the United Kingdom

Web Developer (PHP / Laravel)
Northampton (Hybrid - 3 days office based, 2 days from home)
26,000 - 34,000 + Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Web Developer with strong PHP and Laravel skills to join a growing and supportive development team, working on a wide range of web applications that power core business operations.

This organisation is a creative and innovative digital solutions provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality, bespoke applications to a loyal client base. Following new investment and ownership, the business is growing steadily post-Covid and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly influence future success.

In this role, you'll be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimising web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL. You'll collaborate with colleagues and clients to scope, design, and deliver new features, while also ensuring existing systems remain performant, secure, and scalable. The role follows a hybrid working pattern, with Mondays and Fridays from home, and Tuesday to Thursday office-based.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in PHP and Laravel, a solid grounding in MySQL database design and optimisation, and a good understanding of modern web development practices. Experience with cloud technologies, containerisation, or JavaScript frameworks such as Vue or React would be highly advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit team in a role that offers variety, autonomy, and professional development. You'll gain exposure to cloud-based technologies, client-facing work, and play an integral part in the ongoing growth of the company.

The Role:
* Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL
* Optimise applications for performance, security, and scalability
* Collaborate with colleagues and clients to plan and deliver new features
* Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the full stack
* Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices

The Person:
* 3+ years' experience as a Web Developer or Software Engineer
* Proficient in PHP (7/8) with strong Laravel framework experience
* Strong knowledge of MySQL, database design, and optimisation
* Familiar with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive front-end development
* Experience with Git version control and API integration
* Able to pass a DBS check during probation due to client base working with

The Liberty Recruitment Group is excited to be working in partnership with a growing marketing agency start-up based in Portsmouth.

They’re focused on enriching family life in the local area; whether that be through offering marketing support, social media management, event promotion or through the e-marketplace sites. They’re looking for an experienced PHP / Elementor Developer (Product Manager) to join them and help shape the future of their product development, with an initial focus on creating an MVP for a new site.

Your key focus will be:

• Deliver an MVP of an e-commerce marketplace from consumer entry point to exit point.
li>Recruiting qualified team members
• Taking stock and leading of the existing team (currently 4 fully remote developers)
• Representing the brand whilst at the same time leaving their creative signature in the UX of a new e-marketplace .
• To initiate and complete several feedback cycles on the product and to see its improvement.

What they’re specifically looking for:

< i>Technical skills in PHP and or Elementor
• Having worked in UX or coding for an E-marketplace previously 
li>Having worked or lead an international team of developers
• Having been involved in an MVP is not necessary, but ideal.
• Superb communication skills and the ability to convey your technical vision to non-technical teams.

Why join them:

They’re in an exciting growth phase with the opportunity to get involved in greenfield development, working from concept through to launch and taking ownership of all development activities. You will have the option to work your 40 hour working week flexibility, they just ask that two days a week are onsite in their Portsmouth office. The team has two core days per week (Monday and Friday 10-3pm) and your other hours can be worked around that. They offer 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays too.

Web Developer

• 30-35k
• Wordpress / React / NextJS
• Central Birmingham office
• Primarily office based role
• Fun and friendly team
• 30 days holiday
• No sponsorship offered
• (url removed)

We're looking for a talented Web Developer to join our busy digital team and bring energy, creativity, and technical expertise to a variety of exciting projects. You'll be working within a highly skilled development team on frontend builds for WordPress and NextJS websites, helping to deliver engaging, user-focused digital experiences.

What you'll be doing:

• Building and coding responsive websites from existing designs.
• Developing custom WordPress templates and React/NextJS sites.
• Supporting content entry, testing, deployment, and post-go live maintenance.
• Collaborating with the development team and occasionally engaging directly with clients.

What we're looking for:

You're an experienced web developer with agency experience, who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a passion for delivering digital excellence.

Key skills and experience:

• WordPress theme and template development
• React/NextJS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript
• Strong knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design
• Familiarity with Git and modern build tools (e.g. Sass, Webpack, Tailwind)
• An understanding of SEO principles and best practices

The approach you'll bring:

• A passion for digital and a drive to deliver excellence.
• A self-starter mindset, with problem-solving skills and the ability to take ownership of delivery.
• The agility to work quickly and flexibly while making smart decisions.
• A collaborative attitude, enjoying both team work and occasional client interaction.
• A willingness to get involved in all aspects of a growing business, from strategy to process improvement.

Wordpress / React / NextJS

Web Developer (PHP / Laravel)
Northampton (Hybrid - 3 days office based, 2 days from home)
26,000 - 34,000 + Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Web Developer with strong PHP and Laravel skills to join a growing and supportive development team, working on a wide range of web applications that power core business operations.

This organisation is a creative and innovative digital solutions provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality, bespoke applications to a loyal client base. Following new investment and ownership, the business is growing steadily post-Covid and offers a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly influence future success.

In this role, you'll be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimising web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL. You'll collaborate with colleagues and clients to scope, design, and deliver new features, while also ensuring existing systems remain performant, secure, and scalable. The role follows a hybrid working pattern, with Mondays and Fridays from home, and Tuesday to Thursday office-based.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in PHP and Laravel, a solid grounding in MySQL database design and optimisation, and a good understanding of modern web development practices. Experience with cloud technologies, containerisation, or JavaScript frameworks such as Vue or React would be highly advantageous.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit team in a role that offers variety, autonomy, and professional development. You'll gain exposure to cloud-based technologies, client-facing work, and play an integral part in the ongoing growth of the company.

The Role:
* Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL
* Optimise applications for performance, security, and scalability
* Collaborate with colleagues and clients to plan and deliver new features
* Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the full stack
* Participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices

The Person:
* 3+ years' experience as a Web Developer or Software Engineer
* Proficient in PHP (7/8) with strong Laravel framework experience
* Strong knowledge of MySQL, database design, and optimisation
* Familiar with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive front-end development
* Experience with Git version control and API integration
* Able to pass a DBS check during probation due to client base working with

The Liberty Recruitment Group is excited to be working in partnership with a growing marketing agency start-up based in Portsmouth.

They’re focused on enriching family life in the local area; whether that be through offering marketing support, social media management, event promotion or through the e-marketplace sites. They’re looking for an experienced PHP / Elementor Developer (Product Manager) to join them and help shape the future of their product development, with an initial focus on creating an MVP for a new site.

Your key focus will be:

• Deliver an MVP of an e-commerce marketplace from consumer entry point to exit point.
li>Recruiting qualified team members
• Taking stock and leading of the existing team (currently 4 fully remote developers)
• Representing the brand whilst at the same time leaving their creative signature in the UX of a new e-marketplace .
• To initiate and complete several feedback cycles on the product and to see its improvement.

What they’re specifically looking for:

< i>Technical skills in PHP and or Elementor
• Having worked in UX or coding for an E-marketplace previously 
li>Having worked or lead an international team of developers
• Having been involved in an MVP is not necessary, but ideal.
• Superb communication skills and the ability to convey your technical vision to non-technical teams.

Why join them:

They’re in an exciting growth phase with the opportunity to get involved in greenfield development, working from concept through to launch and taking ownership of all development activities. You will have the option to work your 40 hour working week flexibility, they just ask that two days a week are onsite in their Portsmouth office. The team has two core days per week (Monday and Friday 10-3pm) and your other hours can be worked around that. They offer 30 days holiday, plus bank holidays too.

• Can you design beautiful and highly functional websites in WordPress that aren't based on an out of the box theme?
• Do you know how to get the best of use page builders?
• Do you know the best plugins to optimise load time, functionality and security?
• Do you have a portfolio of over 10 WordPress sites that you're proud to showcase?

If you answered yes to these questions then we'd love to hear from you.

Strategic Agenda works with some of the best organisations in the world - i.e. those that focus on delivering global good rather than just global profit.

We are looking for senior freelance web developers - based in or close to a UK timezone - that can create brilliant websites for our NGO clients.

Our projects are typically fixed priced with ongoing maintenance as required

What we need from you

• Ability to create websites from scratch (without a theme)
• Structure sites so they are easy to hand over to non-techy clients
• Secure and maintain sites so they load optimally
• Provide analytics insight
• Develop plugins as necessary

Qualifications

• Excellent design eye - e.g. you understand colour palettes and content hierarchy
• At least 3 years' of experience building corporate WordPress sites
• Good understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Web Developer (PHP / Laravel)
Northampton (Hybrid - 3 days office based, 2 days from home)
£26,000 - £34,000 + Benefits

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Web Developer with strong PHP and Laravel skills to join a growing and supportive development team, working on a wide range of web applications that power core business operations.

This organisation is a creative and innovative digital solut.

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Lead Web Developer (PHP / Laravel)
Northampton (Hybrid - 3 days office based, 2 days from home)
50,000 - 60,000 + Benefits

Excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Web Developer with strong PHP and Laravel expertise to take ownership of exciting, business-critical projects and play a key role in a growing digital team.

This organisation delivers bespoke web applications and digital solutions to a loyal and expanding client base. Following new ownership in 2023, the business is in a strong position for growth and offers a collaborative environment where your expertise will directly shape future success.

In this role, you'll take the lead on developing, maintaining, and optimising modern web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL. You'll work closely with colleagues and clients to scope, design, and deliver new features, while ensuring existing platforms are secure, scalable, and performant. The role follows a hybrid model, with Mondays and Fridays from home, and Tuesday to Thursday based in the Northampton office.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience of PHP and Laravel development, a proven track record of designing and optimising databases in MySQL, and a confident understanding of front-end and API integration. Exposure to cloud platforms, containerisation tools, or modern JavaScript frameworks will also be valuable.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, close-knit team where you'll enjoy a high level of autonomy, exposure to cloud-based technologies, and the chance to make a real impact in shaping both projects and processes.

The Role:
* Develop, maintain, and optimise complex web applications using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL
* Lead on project delivery, collaborating with colleagues and clients to define requirements
* Ensure applications are performant, scalable, and secure
* Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the full stack
* Contribute to best practices and continuous improvement within the team

The Person:
* Strong, proven experience with PHP (7/8) and the Laravel framework
* Excellent knowledge of MySQL database design and optimisation
* Confident working with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and responsive front-end development
* Skilled in version control (Git) and RESTful API integration
* Collaborative team player with the ability to take ownership of projects
* Able to pass a DBS check during probation due to client base working with