Job Description

MotorDesk is an all-in-one ecosystem for the automotive industry, combining stock management, invoicing, website development, social media automation, and over 100 third-party integrations into a single seamless platform.

We're looking for a

Senior Full Stack PHP Developer

to join our team and play a leading role in shaping the future of the MotorDesk platform. As part of our development team, you'll drive the expansion of our platform's functionality, ensure scalability, and deliver exceptional experiences for our customers. You'll work across a broad range of projects - from architecting full-stack solutions and leading system integrations to optimising performance and guiding best practices in clean, efficient code development.

What you'll do...

Lead the design, development, and enhancement of features across the MotorDesk platform Architect and deliver scalable, full-stack solutions spanning front-end and back-end technologies Build, refine, and maintain complex website modules, integrations, and core functionality Work extensively with PHP, SQL, JavaScript, and modern front-end frameworks to deliver high-quality applications Optimise performance, usability, and system reliability across the platform Mentor junior developers, contribute to code reviews, and champion development standards and best practices We value your experience and broad skillset over highly-advanced and specific skills, if you can deliver functional applications, but perhaps aren't an object-oriented expert, we want to hear from you.

You're the perfect fit if you...

Have 5+ years' experience in PHP development (with strong exposure to large, complex codebases) Design and build scalable, maintainable PHP applications - both with and without frameworks Are confident across the full stack, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, jQuery, SQL, and AWS/cloud environments Have hands-on experience with version control (Git), and modern development workflows Understand software architecture principles and can contribute to system design and technical decision-making Communicate clearly, collaborate effectively, and are comfortable mentoring junior developers Take ownership of your work, thrive in solving complex problems, and balance speed with code quality Are detail-oriented, highly organised, and self-motivated - with the ability to lead projects from concept to completion

Bonus skills & experience...

Passion for cars, motorbikes, or motorsport Experience in web design, web development, or software documentation Knowledge of the automotive or car sales industry

Why Join MotorDesk?

Be part of an exciting, fast-growing SaaS platform tackling real-world challenges in the automotive industry Work as part of a small, collaborative team where your ideas are valued, your voice is heard, and your contributions make an immediate impact Gain hands-on experience in building a scalable, innovative product that is rapidly evolving and expanding Develop your skills across technology, customer success, and SaaS operations, while shaping the product and the business as we grow
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime Free parking On-site parking Work from home
Application question(s):

Do you require visa sponsorship to work in the UK?
Experience:

PHP Development: 3 years (required)
Language:

Fluent English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ipswich IP4 1AS