Junior Laravel Software Engineer

SystemsX; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing technology company is looking for a Junior Software Engineer to join their team in Cardiff. You will develop scalable backend applications, work on AI-driven projects, and collaborate with a friendly team in a hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate has 2+ years experience in Laravel and NodeJS, and enjoys taking ownership of their work. You will benefit from flexible working hours, a company pension, and an Apple Mac Laptop. This is a great opportunity for growth in a rapidly expanding firm.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Apple Mac Laptop

Company pension scheme

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in Laravel & PHP.
• 2+ years experience in NodeJS.
• Proficient in writing maintainable and scalable code.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable and high-performing backend applications.
• Take projects from conception to deployment.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications.

Skills

Laravel & PHP

NodeJS

Object-oriented programming

Database management

Analytical thinking

Tools

Docker

GitLab

Sentry.io

Job description

About SystemsX

At SystemsX, we’re a fast-growing technology company specialising in AI-driven solutions for customer-centric businesses such as call centres and service organisations. Our mission is to use innovative technology to improve operations, customer experience, and business growth. As we expand rapidly, we offer our team the opportunity to grow with us, take real ownership of their work, and help shape the future of our business.

About the Role

We are looking for a Junior Software Engineer to join our growing team.

As a Junior you will have the opportunity to work on new and existing projects with a key focus on AI powered systems - SystemsX has products ranging from Call Monitoring / QA Platforms, Travel Booking, Drag&Drop No-code builders, Chat bots, Meeting notetakers and more.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development of scalable and high-performing backend applications.
• Take projects from conception to deployment, ensuring timely and smooth delivery.
• Troubleshoot and debug existing applications to identify and resolve issues.
• Implement new features and functionality based on project specifications and user requirements.
• Maintain best practices for testing, security, and performance optimization.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to ensure code quality.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, framework changes and CVE.

Our Tech Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: PHP, Laravel, JavaScript, NodeJS, Bootstrap/Tailwind
• Databases: MySQL, Redis, Meilisearch
• DevOps & Tools: Ploi, Docker, GitLab, GitLab CI, Sentry.io, BetterStack

About You

• Experience and understanding of Laravel & PHP (2+ years experience)
• Experience and understanding of NodeJS (2+ years experience)
• Proficiency in writing maintainable, optimised and scalable code.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming and API design.
• Experience with database management and advanced queries
• Technically minded - enjoy digging into data, analytics, and optimisations.
• Organised, independent, and results-focused — you thrive when given ownership and responsibility.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to self-manage.

Desirable Skills

• Interest in ML/AI and implementing it in production environments.
• Experience with Github, Ploi.io, Laravel Herd
• Experience with Vue/Alpine,Livewire
• Experience with Website scraping & NodeJS puppeteer

What We Offer

• A fun, friendly, and flexible working environment
• Hybrid working model: 2 days in our Pentwyn office, 3 days remote
• An Apple Mac Laptop and accessories of your choosing
• Company pension scheme
• 20 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee discounts on holidays
• Full training and support to understand the travel and technology industries
• Working hours (Monday–Friday, 9:00 am–5:30 pm with flexibility)

Recruitment Process

• Initial video call with Liam and Gareth (informal chat to learn more about you/us).
• Take-home coding challenge (No AI allowed)
• Final in-person meeting at our Pentwyn office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join us while the company is still young and to be part of our high-growth journey, with all of the opportunities that brings.

No Agencies - At SystemsX we only use direct recruitment strategies. Unsolicited communication from recruiters will not be acknowledged.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Wales, CF23 8HA