Senior PHP Developer (R&D) – Doncaster (Hybrid Remote)

LaraBench; Doncaster; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym

Bonus scheme

Job summary

LaraBench in Doncaster is seeking a skilled PHP/Laravel developer to join the Innovations Team. You will build proof-of-concepts and AI-enabled solutions, working mainly in our PHP/Laravel/Vue stack and collaborating with data analytics and operations across the business.

The role supports a hybrid office pattern with regular stakeholder engagement. Candidates should enjoy solving complex problems, exploring emerging technologies, and delivering high-performance software in a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in PHP/Laravel development.
• Experience with performance tuning.
• Interest in AI enablement and emerging technologies.
• Willingness to travel when needed.

Responsibilities

• Join our Innovations Team working on proof of concepts and AI enablement.
• Build proof of concepts and the resulting project work.
• Collaborate with colleagues from multiple disciplines, including data analytics and operations.
• Develop primarily in our PHP/Laravel/Vue stack.
• Explore emerging technologies and AI-enabled solutions beyond our core stack.

Skills

Creative problem-solving

Strong programming skills

Interest in emerging technologies

AI enablement awareness

Tools

PHP

Laravel

Vue.js

Python

Job description

We are a market leader in the insurance sector, known for pushing the boundaries with the technology we work on. We offer a relaxed environment where people can work on forward-thinking technology solutions. This is a hybrid role based in Doncaster, with our development team typically in the office three days per week and a slightly heavier in-office presence due to stakeholder engagement needs. Candidates should be within commutable distance of Doncaster and willing to travel in as needed. The role offers a £60k salary, along with an on-site gym and bonus scheme.

Requirements

• Strong experience in PHP/Laravel development
• Creative problem-solving and programming skills
• Interest in emerging technologies and AI enablement
• Experience with software optimisation and performance tuning
• Experience with AI/Python would be beneficial

Responsibilities

• Join our Innovations Team working on proof of concepts and AI enablement
• Build proof of concepts and the resulting project work
• Work across the business to identify opportunities to implement new technology that optimises operations and delivery
• Collaborate with colleagues from multiple disciplines, including data analytics and operations
• Develop primarily in our PHP/Laravel/Vue stack
• Explore emerging technologies and AI-enabled solutions beyond our core stack