PHP Developer

JR United Kingdom; Craigavon; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Northern Ireland seeks a PHP Development Engineer to join a collaborative team. The role involves developing PHP applications, designing RESTful APIs, and enhancing database structures using Laravel. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience, and enjoy a supportive culture with hybrid working options.

Benefits

33 days' annual leave (including public holidays)

Health cash plan

Free parking

Employee share scheme

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience with Laravel or similar PHP frameworks.
• Experience with SQL databases.
• Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain PHP applications using the Laravel framework.
• Design and implement REST API web services.
• Collaborate with a small, supportive team.

Skills

Problem Solving

Logical Thinking

Education

Degree in Software Development, Computer Science or related field

Tools

Laravel

SQL

JetBrains IDE

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a PHP developer who thrives in a dynamic environment where your work directly impacts global operations? Join a leading Northern Ireland technology company as part of a small, collaborative team supporting innovative solutions that power the production of high-quality products worldwide.

As a PHP Development Engineer, you'll design, develop, and maintain software systems and web apps that drive key operations. Working predominantly with the Laravel framework, you'll have the opportunity to design and test RESTful APIs, enhance SQL database structures, and support varied client needs. No two days are the same, and you'll be part of a culture that values fresh ideas and problem-solving.

What You'll Do:

Develop and maintain PHP applications using the Laravel framework.

Design and implement REST API web services.

Build and improve SQL database structures.

Collaborate with a small, supportive team, contributing to ongoing development and innovation.

Use modern tools including JetBrains IDE for PHP and database work.

What We're Looking For:

At least 2 years' experience with Laravel or similar PHP frameworks.

Degree in Software Development, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience with SQL databases.

Strong logical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Bonus Points For:

Experience with Git/Bitbucket.

PHPUnit testing.

Net Xamarin/MAUI.

33 days' annual leave (including public holidays).

Health cash plan, free parking, and employee share scheme.

Supportive team culture with hybrid working options.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please contact Jess Ritchie, IT Recruitment Consultant at MCS Group 028 95685491 or click the apply button below.

If this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group www.mcsgroup.jobs to view a wide selection of our current jobs or give us a call 028 9023 5456.

All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

MCS Group is committed to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion for all, being the first recruitment agency in NI to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, if you have a disability which means you require a reasonable adjustment to be considered at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we will endeavour to facilitate the request.