PHP Developer

Focus Group; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Hybrid work options

Parental leave

Volunteer day

Company benefits

Job summary

Focus Group is seeking a PHP Developer in Shoreham-by-Sea to join a seasoned, collaborative software team. You will develop new functionality and support existing features across internal CMS and CRM systems, delivering fit-for-purpose solutions.

The role emphasizes testing, API work, and continuous improvement within a cross-functional development team. Hybrid options may apply, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality software.

Qualifications

• Proven ability in writing unit tests.
• Solid understanding of JavaScript, jQuery and Vue.js.
• Experience with SQL databases (MariaDB/MySQL).
• Proficient in HTML5/CSS/Bootstrap and Laravel.
• Knowledge of API development and Postman.
• Working with Git and branch management.
• Strong communication and team collaboration.
• Experience across full software development lifecycle.
• Focus on delivering high-quality products.
• Customer-oriented with ability to translate requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop changes and fixes on Focus Bespoke CMS and CRM applications.
• Write unit tests and coordinate with QA to ensure quality.
• Undertake rota-based support on development issues.
• Contribute to projects as required by the business.
• Participate in stand-ups, team meetings and planning sessions.

Skills

JavaScript

jQuery

Vue.js

SQL (MariaDB / MySQL)

HTML5 / CSS / Bootstrap

Laravel

API Development / Postman

Git version control

Unit testing

Team collaboration

Tools

Postman

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

PHP Developer

Application Deadline: 2 November 2026

Department: Software Development

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea

Reporting To: Mark Bolt

Compensation: £45,000 - £50,000 / month

Description

Established in 2003, Focus Group is proud to be one of the UK’s fastest growing independent providers of essential business technology, providing digital workplace solutions to over 30,000 customers across the UK.

This is your chance to join an experienced, friendly, collaborative team working on the evolution of several business critical systems (Billing and CRM).

The PHP Developer is responsible for undertaking the building of new functionality and supporting existing functionality across Focus Group’s portfolio of internal applications and services.

This multi-faceted role will involve working closely with the internal development team developing set deliverables that are fit for purpose.

Key Responsibilities

Principal Responsibilities/Duties

• Develop change requests and fixes on Focus Bespoke CMS and CRM applications.
• Write unit tests and work with the QA Analyst to ensure new developments are fit for purpose and meet the acceptance criteria.
• Undertake work on the Support desk on a rota basis for development related issues.
• Work on projects as required by the business.
• Actively participate in stand-ups, team meetings and poker planning sessions.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential Skills Good ability in writing unit tests.

• Efficient understanding of Javascript, JQuery, Vue.js.
• Previous experience using SQL (preferably MariaDB/MySQL).
• Able to demonstrate efficiency in HTML5 / CSS / Bootstrap and Laravel.
• Knowledge of API Development / PostMan.
• Working knowledge of branching and using Git version control.
• Ability to build meaningful, working relationships with colleagues.
• Proven experience in an equivalent role.
• Customer focused with a desire to understand and deliver customers’ requirements.
• Experience of the software development life cycle.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Passionate about delivering high quality products and ensuring standards are met.
• Team player who enjoys problem solving.

Desired Skills

• Experience of billing systems (Telecoms, MSP, ICT).
• Previous exposure to CRM and CMS systems.
• Relevant industry experience.
• Knowledge of, or an interest in, cloud development.
• Working knowledge of development security principles and best practices.
• Exposure to the .NET framework.
• Experience with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments and source control management.
• Awareness of AI technologies and integrations, including AI-powered automation, Microsoft Copilot, LLMs or other generative AI solutions.

Job Benefits

• Holiday Allowance - 24 days + bank holidays + birthday leave.
• Hybrid working options - performance depending.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Paid volunteering day * regular charity events.
• Wider company benefits across health, financial wellbeing, Pension etc.