Are you a Senior/Lead PHP Developer living near Birmingham? Join a Leading Financial Software Platform based in Birmingham. Location: Birmingham (Hybrid) This well-established and highly regarded financial software platform based in Birmingham is continuing to expand and innovate and is seeking a talented Senior/Lead PHP Software Engineer to join the team and play a pivotal role in the design, development, and implementation of complex, high-performance software solutions. The Role: As the Senior/Lead PHP Software Engineer, you will lead the development of advanced PHP-based applications. You will oversee the entire software development lifecycle, ensuring the design and implementation of secure, efficient, and scalable solutions. With a minimum of 6 years of PHP development experience, particularly with Laravel and AWS DevOps, you will be responsible for driving technical excellence. This is a hybrid role with around 2 days a week in the Birmingham office, so the successful candidate must live within commuting distance of Birmingham. Key Responsibilities: - Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex PHP software solutions. - Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from planning to deployment and maintenance. - Develop and maintain robust, scalable applications using PHP (Laravel) and AWS DevOps. - Implement best practices in coding, testing, and deployment to ensure high-quality software solutions. - Manage system performance and security, implementing solutions to improve both. - Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to continually enhance software capabilities. What We're Looking For: - Experience: At least 6 years of strong PHP development experience, with a deep understanding of Laravel and AWS DevOps. - Skills: Proficient in PHP, Laravel, MySQL, AWS, and DevOps practices. Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and system scalability. - Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail. - Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. - Location: Must live within commuting distance of Birmingham for hybrid working (2 days a week in the office). Why Join? Play a key role in shaping the future of a highly regarded financial software platform. Work on cutting-edge software solutions that drive the financial industry forward. Opportunities for professional development and leadership within a dynamic and growing company. Benefit from a flexible working arrangement, balancing office and remote work. They offer a competitive salary and benefits package. We want to hear from you if you are a highly skilled Senior/Lead PHP Software Engineer with a passion for driving innovation. Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration or feel free to call for more details.