PHP/Laravel & Node.js Engineer — AI‑driven, Hybrid London

LaraBench; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LaraBench is seeking a Software Engineer to help build and enhance scalable PHP/Laravel and Node.js-based applications. The role focuses on delivering high-quality software while collaborating within a modern tech stack and a supportive team.

The position is a 1-year fixed-term contract in London with hybrid work (2 days in office). You will contribute to replacing and modernising a core business system and its integrations, leveraging AI tools to improve productivity and code quality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with PHP/Laravel and Node.js/TypeScript.
• Experience using AI development tools such as Cursor or Claude.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and strong engineering fundamentals.
• Enjoy learning, collaborating and developing skills within a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable PHP/Laravel and Node.js applications and services.
• Contribute to the development of a new internal business platform and modernization of core systems.
• Collaborate with the wider technology team to deliver integrations and services that boost efficiency.

Skills

PHP/Laravel

Node.js

TypeScript

Cursor

Claude

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Tools

PHP/Laravel

Node.js

TypeScript

Cursor

Claude

Job description

LaraBench is seeking a Software Engineer to help build and enhance scalable PHP/Laravel and Node.js-based applications. The role focuses on delivering high-quality software while collaborating within a modern tech stack and a supportive team.

The position is a 1-year fixed-term contract in London with hybrid work (2 days in office). You will contribute to replacing and modernising a core business system and its integrations, leveraging AI tools to improve productivity and code quality.