Lead PHP/Laravel Architect — Hybrid & Mentoring Role

Synergy Resourcing Solutions Limited; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology-focused company in the UK is seeking a Lead Developer to join their experienced team. This hybrid role involves taking ownership of projects, guiding developers, and ensuring high-quality delivery of web applications. Strong PHP and Laravel experience is essential, along with frontend skills in modern JavaScript frameworks. This opportunity is perfect for those eager to shape the technological direction of a well-established business.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge and experience in software development.
• Ability to work closely with stakeholders for project management.
• Proficient in analyzing and improving existing codebases.

Responsibilities

• Guide others through complex challenges and manage workloads.
• Ensure systems are delivered to a consistently high standard.
• Lead initiatives that reduce technical debt and strengthen reliability.

Skills

Strong PHP and Laravel framework experience with solid OOP principles

Frontend experience with modern JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular or Next.js

Database design and optimisation using MySQL

Version control with Git (GitHub, GitLab or Bitbucket)

Experience leading and mentoring developers

Knowledge of Agile tools such as Jira or ClickUp

Understanding of testing frameworks, secure coding and deployment processes

Job description

A technology-focused company in the UK is seeking a Lead Developer to join their experienced team. This hybrid role involves taking ownership of projects, guiding developers, and ensuring high-quality delivery of web applications. Strong PHP and Laravel experience is essential, along with frontend skills in modern JavaScript frameworks. This opportunity is perfect for those eager to shape the technological direction of a well-established business.