Backend Developer (PHP)

Copello; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi award-winning cybersecurity company based in Fareham is seeking talented web developers with strong PHP experience to join its expanding team. The role involves working with cloud infrastructure, optimizing code performance, and collaborating with multiple departments to create solutions. Candidates should have good debugging skills and be familiar with TDD practices. This position offers the opportunity to work with advanced tools and contribute to the security of millions of users worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Convert complex problems into solutions working with other departments and team members.
• Ability to research new technology.
• Determine best practices and educate other developers.
• Developing and improving current software systems.

Skills

Strong PHP experience

Understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably GCP)

Experience with different data stores (MySQL, NoSQL)

Use of TDD in workflow

Good debugging & analytical skills

Use of Code Profiling tools

Experience with Kubernetes

Job description

A multi award-winning antivirus and cybersecurity company based in Fareham, Hampshire, is expanding and seeking talented individuals to join its team. The company provides advanced online protection through a suite of products designed to safeguard users from the latest digital threats across all devices. Beyond antivirus, its tools include VPN, ad-blocking, and password management, making digital security simple and accessible for everyone.

The Web Development team is a core part of the business, managing user onboarding, customer portals, and the APIs behind its applications. Using PHP, nginx, RabbitMQ, Google Cloud Platform, and custom-built frameworks with full training provided, developers help create the tools that protect millions of users worldwide.

Skills & Experience

• Strong PHP experience
• Understanding of cloud infrastructure (preferably GCP)
• Experience with different data stores: MySQL, NoSQL (Cassandra) etc.
• Use of TDD in workflow
• Good debugging & analytical skills
• Use of Code Profiling tools to optimize code performance
• Experience with Kubernetes would be beneficial

What you'll do

• Convert complex problems into solutions working with other departments and team members
• Ability to research new technology
• Determine best practices and educate other developers
• Developing and improving current software systems