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A Day in the Life of a PHP Laravel Developer

Imagine starting your day with a freshly brewed coffee and a team huddle that’s buzzing with energy, ideas, and ambition. It’s Monday, and as always, you’re at the heart of innovation in our office. As a Full Stack Developer in our talented team, your role reaches far beyond writing code - you’re building the architecture that powers unforgettable digital experiences for users across the UK.

You’re part of a company leading the digital entertainment evolution. Here, your work has real impact. Every line of code you commit helps shape a platform that brings daily engagement, thrill, and value to thousands. You’re involved in the full lifecycle of development - from idea to implementation - ensuring every feature is both robust and elegant.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

You’ve been searching for a role where you can fully own your craft. Here, you’ll work across the entire tech stack, from sleek front-end components to powerful back-end systems. You’ll collaborate closely with designers, product leads, and other engineers to build features that don’t just function - they impress.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and optimise scalable, high-performance web applications using Laravel  and the wider PHP/LAMP  stack.
li>Implement intuitive, responsive front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks.
• Architect and integrate APIs and services that power dynamic, data-driven features.
• Write clean, testable code and contribute to continuous deployment and CI/CD workflows.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand user needs and turn them into elegant technical solutions.
• Participate in regular code reviews, stand-ups, and collaborative planning sessions to keep the team aligned and moving fast.

What We’re Looking For:

< i>A seasoned PHP Developer with solid commercial experience across both front-end and back-end disciplines.
• Proven expertise in Laravel and modern PHP development, with strong understanding of MVC architecture and RESTful APIs.
• Competent with front-end tech such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (and ideally frameworks like Vue.js or React).
• Familiarity with MySQL, version control (Git), and cloud platforms or deployment pipelines.
• A natural collaborator who enjoys problem-solving, learning new tools, and contributing to a supportive team environment.

Additional Perks:

• Hybrid working - in the office every Monday plus two other days of your choice, giving you the right balance of focus and collaboration.
• 22 days holiday bank holidays, with a generous benefits package that includes performance bonuses, share options, and access to our company-wide rewards scheme.

Join Us:

If you're ready to step into a role where your skills matter, your code makes a difference, and your input shapes the future - this is it. We're not just building products; we’re building something people look forward to using every single day.

Looking to do your best work yet?

We’re ready when you are.

We're seeking a passionate and inventive Senior Laravel/DevOps Engineer to join our dynamic team. This role is not just about writing code; it's about fueling collaboration and pushing the boundaries of what's possible on the web. Your expertise in Laravel paired with your prowess in AWS infrastructure will be instrumental in architecting robust, scalable solutions that empower teams to create and collaborate with efficiency and ease.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Lead DevOps Initiatives: Take charge of our AWS infrastructure. You'll optimize, automate, and maintain our systems, ensuring high availability and top-notch performance. Your role is pivotal in creating a seamless bridge between development and operations.
• Architect Solutions: Design and implement robust services and APIs, ensuring they are efficient, secure, and scalable. You'll be the architect, laying the foundations upon which transformative features are built.

• Develop & Innovate: Craft high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code using Laravel. Your work will directly contribute to the core of our products, influencing how teams collaborate worldwide.
• Collaborate & Inspire: Work closely with cross-functional teams, contributing ideas and insights. Your role extends beyond code; it's about inspiring innovation and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Problem-Solve & Optimize: Tackle complex challenges, optimize existing processes, and introduce innovations that elevate the performance, reliability, and usability of our products.
• Set Standards: Take a pivotal role in setting the standards required to provide a service second-to-none.
• Take Ownership: Responsible for the infrastructure of the product, ensuring that it's future-proof, using new and exciting technologies and features to keep us ahead of the curve.

Requirements

• Proven experience in AWS, understanding the nuances of cloud infrastructure and its pivotal role in delivering cutting-edge solutions, with large amounts of traffic.
• Extensive knowledge on CI/CD, GDPR & Security (SOC2 Compliance) and how to implement them.
• Proven experience as a senior Laravel/PHP developer working on a medium/large SaaS product.
• A problem-solver at heart, with a keen eye for detail and a passion for clean, efficient code.
• A team player who thrives in collaborative environments, eager to share knowledge and learn from peers.
• Someone who resonates with our mission, eager to contribute to a product that's reshaping the way teams interact and build on the web.
• A professional who is always prepared for rapid response in the event of any issues, demonstrating a proactive and solution-focused approach to swiftly resolve challenges.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• A unique chance to shape and grow within a rapidly evolving startup.
• Flexible, remote work setting promoting work-life balance.
• Part of a supportive, innovative team culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a fast-paced environment.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies in design and development of a SaaS product.
• A role that allows you to contribute to a product revolutionizing the digital collaboration space.

Join the Atarim team as we redefine the digital collaboration landscape. We look forward to welcoming a self-driven, innovative individual who is ready to excel in a remote environment!

At Atarim, we're not just building software; we're revolutionizing the way the web is built and managed.

Our mission is to make web development and collaboration seamless, efficient, and enjoyable for everyone involved. As a trailblazer in collaborative web development, we're looking for a Senior Laravel/PHP Developer who is passionate about crafting exceptional code and eager to contribute to a platform that's changing the game for businesses worldwide.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• Advanced Feature Development: Develop and maintain complex features in our Laravel platform, enhancing functionality and user experience.
• Code Quality: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable PHP code, adhering to best practices and standards.
• Front-End Collaboration: Collaborate with front-end developers for seamless integration of user interfaces with server-side logic.
• API Leadership: Lead API design and development for high performance and scalability, focusing on ease of use and robust documentation.
• User Experience Focus: Understand product use-cases to create superior user experiences, focusing on UI/UX, performance, and reliability.
• Performance Optimization: Optimize the application for speed and scalability, including database optimizations and resource management.
• Security and Data Protection: Implement strong security measures and data protection strategies to safeguard user data and platform integrity.
• Lifecycle Contribution: Engage in all development lifecycle phases, adopting agile methodologies for continuous improvement.
• Mentorship and Leadership: Mentor junior developers, promoting a culture of learning and growth within the team.
• Trend Awareness: Stay updated on web development trends and technologies, incorporating innovative solutions to benefit users.
• Growth-Oriented Mindset: Guide our product team and shape our future technological direction. You find the problems, but instead of just reporting them, you come with the solutions and make them happen.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Laravel/PHP Developer working with a medium/large product.
• Top Expertise in PHP and the Laravel framework.
• Some experience using Python is desired.
• Extensive Experience with SQL databases that house large amounts of data.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Bitbucket.
• Familiarity with continuous integration and deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of front-end technologies (JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• A unique chance to shape and grow within a rapidly evolving startup.
• Flexible, remote work setting promoting work-life balance.
• Part of a supportive, innovative team culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a dynamic sales environment.
• Access to the latest tools and technologies in sales and marketing.
• A professional who is always prepared for rapid response in the event of any issues, demonstrating a proactive and solution-focused approach to swiftly resolve challenges.

Join the Atarim team as we redefine the digital collaboration landscape. We look forward to welcoming a self-driven, innovative individual who is ready to excel in a remote environment!

We are recruiting for a PHP / Laravel Developer to join an industry leading company across a time of exciting growth. They boast a skilled team of developers and a company culture which is second to none. If you want to join a company where your voice is heard, suggestions listened to and just a fun bunch in general - then this one's for you.

In this role you will be working on their portfolio of internal applications and services such as CMS and CRM.

Technical Requirements:

• PHP
• Laravel
• SQL (Ideally MySQL / MariaDB)
• HTML / CSS
• JavaScript / Vue.js

Highly Desirable:

• CRM / CMS systems development experience

The company is looking for experience and enthusiasm, innovators and problems solvers. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with the latest tech with a wealth of involvement in the projects.

Please apply through this advert or email your CV direct to (url removed)
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Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are recruiting for a PHP / Laravel Developer to join an industry leading company across a time of exciting growth. They boast a skilled team of developers and a company culture which is second to none. If you want to join a company where your voice is heard, suggestions listened to and just a fun bunch in general - then this one's for you.

In this role you will be working on their portfolio of internal applications and services such as CMS and CRM.

Technical Requirements:

• PHP
• Laravel
• SQL (Ideally MySQL / MariaDB)
• HTML / CSS
• JavaScript / Vue.js

Highly Desirable:

• CRM / CMS systems development experience

The company is looking for experience and enthusiasm, innovators and problems solvers. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with the latest tech with a wealth of involvement in the projects.

Please apply through this advert or email your CV direct to (url removed)
.

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

We are recruiting for a PHP / Laravel Developer to join an industry leading company across a time of exciting growth. They boast a skilled team of developers and a company culture which is second to none. If you want to join a company where your voice is heard, suggestions listened to and just a fun bunch in general - then this one's for you.

In this role you will be working on their portfolio of .

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Experienced PHP and Laravel Developer - Web and Software - Hybrid Working - Salary DOE

Are you an Experienced PHP and Laravel Developer with an obsession for technology and a passion for exploring AI powered development? Perhaps you've worked with other mature full stack frameworks like Symphony, Ruby on Rails, Next.js, Django or others, and you're excited about how AI is transforming the possibilities of what is possible as we enter a new age of Software Engineering!

We're a midlands-based hybrid team and we meet every week in Birmingham to work together in a collaborative space and share ideas, conduct show-and-tell sessions, training workshops and maybe go out for a pizza.  We're a close team, supporting each other as we learn and adapt to a rapidly changing world.

If you are looking for a challenge and a role that will advance, push and build upon your skills within a team that will support, empower and help you grow and learn, then CLICK APPLY!

About Us:

Powered by Retail Success and well established in Birmingham, magic42 excels in delivering web solutions and software applications. We take pride in our commitment to innovation, quality and client satisfaction so our team is at the forefront of technology. 

At magic42, we know AI will help us achieve amazing things, and we're excited to be at the forefront of AI adoption as we all learn together and unlock its full potential.

Don’t take our word we’re magic, just check out our Google Customer and GlassDoor reviews!

About the role:

We've built a Laravel powered app that seamlessly integrates eCommerce stores with backend ERP systems.  At its core it enables the synchronisation of various elements like Order Management, Products, Fulfilment, Shipping, Payments and so much more.

We didn't stop there. We built an intuitive and user-centric dashboard with Filament that provides a comprehensive view and insights for our clients.

As we continue to evolve this platform, you'll be working at the cutting edge of AI-assisted development. You'll have the opportunity to leverage advanced AI tools - we're currently loving Claude Code -  use AI agents to directly edit codebases, implement automated code review processes, and experiment with agentic AI workflows. This isn't just about code completion, you'll be pushing boundaries and discovering creative ways AI can enhance every aspect of our development process.  These are exciting times!

What you’ll do:

• Application Development: Write quality, maintainable and scalable code and continue the development of our software application, leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity while maintaining code quality standards
•  Integration Development : Create robust integrations tailored to different eCommerce stores and ERP systems, utilising a variety of APIs and exploring how AI can streamline integration processes
• Codebase Maintenance: Play a vital role in maintaining and managing the current codebase, which may involve code refactoring and optimization efforts to enhance system performance and reliability, potentially using automated AI code review processes 
• Issue Refinement: Collaborate with the team to refine and prioritise new GitHub issues, ensuring that they align with project goals and integrate them into upcoming sprints
• AI Innovation & Adoption : Actively participate in the exploration and implementation of advanced AI development tools, from AI agents that directly edit codebases to command-line AI workflows, helping the team unlock AI's full potential in our development process
• Mentorship and Guidance : Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, supporting their growth and development within the project, including sharing knowledge about AI-assisted development techniques
• Client Support: Address technical questions and issues promptly and effectively

Our culture revolves around our people. We are fully committed to the continuous development of our team members. We invest in official qualifications, in-house and external training, mentoring programmes, and cutting-edge AI development tools. We build bespoke personal development and learning plans and much, much more. We even have a half day per week that is dedicated to learning - including exploring the latest AI technologies and how they can enhance our development processes.

Requirements

About YOU and your background:

• You have been in a development role for a while and take pride in the code you write
• You have a progressive mindset when you work with tech and people, especially when it comes to embracing AI as a development partner
• You enjoy being a mentor and help upskill more junior developers, sharing your knowledge of both traditional development practices and cutting-edge AI tools
• You are a self-starter who is happy to create the vision, own the delivery and get code shipped, while exploring creative ways to leverage AI throughout the development process
• You have the ability to work quickly and flexibly, while making good technical decisions and knowing when and how to effectively use AI assistance
• You are a natural collaborator who enjoys working with the internal team but also speaking with clients to clarify technical issues
• You are willing to embrace all aspects of working in a growing business from strategic thinking to creating processes and instigating best practices
• You are invested in learning and experimenting with AI tools and you're curious about how AI can be integrated into the development process and motivated to deepen your understanding of advanced features like AI agents, automated workflows, and integration protocols.

Skills and Experience

Essential:

• Solid experience of writing quality maintainable and scalable code
• Practical experience with AI-assisted development tools (such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar) and a deep understanding of their limitations and opportunities, going well beyond basic code completion
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools creatively while maintaining code quality and making sound technical decisions in collaboration with AI.
• Knowledge of message queue systems, and API integration techniques
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Proven experience as a PHP developer with a strong focus on Laravel framework (or any other mature full stack framework like Symphony, Ruby on Rails, Next.js, Django, LiveView etc.)
• Full proficiency in PHP and related technologies (MySQL, Linux CLI, Apache, Nginx, or Caddy, etc.)
• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3 (and any CSS frameworks, ie:Tailwind, Bootstrap, etc.), JavaScript (and any JS frameworks)
• Experience with version control systems (preferably Git), and tools like Docker and Docker Compose
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Desirable Skills (Keen interest in learning and developing in this space)

• Experience with advanced AI development features such as AI agents that can directly edit codebases, automated code review processes, or command-line AI workflows
• Familiarity with integration protocols like MCP (Model Context Protocol) or similar AI enhancement technologies
• eCommerce knowledge and experience
• Experience in web security
• Familiarity with cloud providers such as AWS, Digital Ocean, etc.
• Familiarity with CI/CD technologies and processes
• Linux systems admin exposure or experience / infrastructure / DevOps experience

Benefits

• Hybrid working - Flexibility to work where you're most productive
• All the Tech and all the Software Tools you'll need to excel - Including access to premium AI development tools like Gemini Code Assist and other cutting-edge technologies
• 33 days holiday with the ability to buy up to 5 more days and additional leave for length of service
• Dedicated learning time within the working week - Including dedicated time to explore and master the latest AI development tools and techniques
• Personal and professional development - Official qualifications, certifications, and specialized AI training opportunities
• Career progression paths and access to online courses and learning platforms, with opportunities to become an AI development leader
• Life insurance and pension (up to 6%)
• Yearly hackathons and bi-weekly workshops - Often focused on AI innovation and exploring new development paradigms
• Regular team outings and social meet ups (every month!)
• Access to wellness applications and mental health support
• AI Innovation Budget - Resources allocated for experimenting with new AI tools and technologies that could benefit the team