We're seeking a passionate and skilled Full-stack / Lead Developer to join our team. In this role, you'll lead the development and architecture of scalable, high-quality applications, helping us to continue to innovate in the field of remote testing. Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and deployment of full-stack applications using React, PHP and MySQL. Architect and maintain scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems and our AWS infrastructure. Develop and maintain dynamic, responsive, and user-friendly front-end interfaces. Collaborate closely with other departments, including marketing and customer services. Mentor and guide junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence. Maintain high code quality through code reviews, automated testing, and adherence to development best practices. Optimise application performance and troubleshoot technical issues. Requirements Experience: 3 years in full-stack development. Proficient in React.js for front-end development. Strong PHP experience for backend development. Solid understanding of relational databases, particularly MySQL. Hands-on experience with AWS services for cloud-based development and deployment. DevOps: Experience with CI/CD pipelines and containerisation (Docker preferred). Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and web application security. Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. Strong communication and leadership abilities. Nice to have: Knowledge of additional back-end frameworks (Laravel). Experience with serverless architecture (AWS Lambda). Familiarity with agile methodologies. Experience writing Python. Why join Forth? Opportunity to work on impactful and challenging projects. We are a small but very ambitious team that is always driving forward with new innovations. A collaborative and inclusive culture where your contributions matter. Professional development and growth opportunities. Working hours This is a full-time position, 5 days per week, 37.5 hours a week (Mon-Thur: 9am-5.30pm, Friday: 9am to 4pm). Location We are remote first and meet up at least once a month at either Bristol City Centre or at our Chepstow office. Our office is not far from Bristol on the edge of Chepstow, just off the Severn Bridge. What we offer Remote first working 28 days holiday Free health tests Work-based pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Skills development budget For more information about what we do, we have 3 brands: Forth - https://www.forthwithlife.co.uk/ Edge - https://www.sportsbloodtests.co.uk/ Forth Connect - https://www.forthconnect.io/ Interview Process First interview with CTO via Google Meets A technical test provided and submitted back In-office Interview at Chepstow and opportunity to speak with other members of the team.