PHP Developer

MCS Group is delighted to be working with an innovative and fast-growing technology start-up as they look to appoint a PHP Developer to join their expanding engineering team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the technology behind a platform that is helping companies operate more efficiently.

As a PHP Developer, you will work closely with the CTO and founding team to help architect and scale the platform, contributing to both product development and long-term technical strategy.

The Role

You will play a central role in building and evolving a modern software platform used by a range of organisations. You will contribute across the full stack, designing scalable backend systems while also helping to deliver intuitive front-end user experiences.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Designing and developing secure, scalable applications using PHP, Laravel and modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js

• Contributing to the architecture and evolution of a rapidly growing SaaS platform

• Working closely with product, design, and leadership teams to deliver new features and improvements

• Exploring and integrating AI and machine learning capabilities to enhance automation across the platform

• Maintaining high standards around code quality, performance, and security

• Researching emerging technologies and helping shape the company's technical direction

• Taking ownership of features and initiatives from concept through to delivery

The Person

The successful candidate will be an ambitious and technically strong developer who enjoys solving complex problems and building high-quality products.

You will likely have:

• Software development experience

• Strong experience working with PHP and Laravel

• Frontend development experience using Vue.js or modern JavaScript frameworks

• Experience building scalable SaaS platforms or web applications

• A passion for modern technologies and a strong interest in AI or machine learning

• The ability to work autonomously and take ownership of your work

• A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills

Experience with Python or AI/ML technologies would be beneficial but is not essential.

What's on Offer

This is an opportunity to join a high-growth technology start-up at an exciting stage of its journey where you will have real influence over the product and technical direction.

The company offers:

• Competitive salary with performance-based equity options

• Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote)

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Private medical and dental cover

• The chance to work closely with founders and senior leadership

• A high-autonomy environment with minimal bureaucracy

• Strong career progression opportunities as the company scales

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact matthew rainey at m.rainey@mcsgroup.jobs

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