We are a dynamic and innovative company based in Colchester, seeking a talented Mid-Weight or Senior Laravel Developer to join our growing team. Our projects span diverse industries, delivering cutting-edge web solutions with a focus on quality and performance. If you're passionate about crafting robust, scalable applications and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.
We are looking for an experienced Laravel Developer to design, develop, and maintain high-quality web applications. You will work closely with our team to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring code quality and project deadlines are met. This role requires regular travel to our Colchester office for collaboration and project alignment.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain web applications using Laravel and related technologies.
Write clean, secure, and well-documented code following best practices.
Collaborate with front-end developers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver seamless user experiences.
Optimise applications for performance, scalability, and reliability.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues efficiently.
Contribute to system architecture and design decisions.
Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to enhance development processes.
Essential Skills & Experience
Mid-Weight: 3+ years of professional experience with Laravel and PHP.
Senior: 5+ years of professional experience with Laravel and PHP, including leading projects or mentoring juniors.
Strong proficiency in PHP, Laravel, MySQL, and related back-end technologies.
Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue.js).
Knowledge of RESTful APIs, Git, and modern development workflows.
Familiarity with testing frameworks (e.g., PHPUnit, Laravel Dusk).
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
Desirable Skills
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure).
Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
Experience with other PHP frameworks (e.g., Symfony, CodeIgniter).
Requirements
Must be able to travel to our Colchester office regularly (no remote-only option).
A portfolio showcasing previous Laravel projects (please submit with CV or cover note).
Right to work in the UK.
What We Offer
Competitive salary/package tailored to experience.
Opportunity to work on exciting, varied projects.
Collaborative and supportive team environment.
Professional development and growth opportunities.
Flexible contract or permanent employment options.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV, a cover note, and a portfolio of your Laravel projects via Indeed. In your cover note, briefly outline your experience with Laravel and why you're a great fit for this role.