Lead PHP Backend Engineer (Laravel) - Flexible Schedule

Madfish; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead/Senior PHP Backend Developer (Laravel) to design scalable software solutions. This role includes developing backend features, maintaining RESTful APIs, and ensuring high-volume usage and performance optimization. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience with PHP, strong SQL skills, and familiarity with AWS and Docker. The position offers a full-time flexible schedule, autonomy in development, and professional development investments.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Performance reviews

Professional development investment

15 days paid vacation

5 days paid sick leave

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial experience with PHP (Laravel).
• Strong skills in SQL and relational databases.
• Experience with AWS, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend features for web and mobile clients.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs.
• Integrate and manage external APIs.

Skills

Commercial experience with PHP (Laravel)

Strong skills in SQL and relational databases

Experience with AWS and Docker

Experience in designing RESTful APIs

Multitenant systems experience

English level B2

Job description

A technology company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lead/Senior PHP Backend Developer (Laravel) to design scalable software solutions. This role includes developing backend features, maintaining RESTful APIs, and ensuring high-volume usage and performance optimization. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience with PHP, strong SQL skills, and familiarity with AWS and Docker. The position offers a full-time flexible schedule, autonomy in development, and professional development investments.