Senior PHP Developer Location: Belfast (Hybrid: Initially 3 days in office, reducing to 2 days as you settle into the role) Salary: Up to £60,000 About the Role Our client is seeking a talented Senior PHP Developer to join one of the most skilled and innovative development teams in Northern Ireland. Youll be working on exciting greenfield projects, using modern frameworks and technologies, in a collaborative and supportive environment. With a leadership team that boasts strong technical expertise and a developer-first mindset, this is an opportunity to make a real impact and grow your career in a company that values innovation and technical excellence. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable PHP applications for new greenfield projects. Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, UX/UI designers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality software. Participate in architectural decisions and contribute to the development of best practices within the team. Debug, optimise, and refactor existing code to ensure performance and maintainability. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and learning. Essential Skills and Experience Strong experience in PHP development, including modern frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony). Solid understanding of software development principles, including OOP, design patterns, and testing. Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks like Vue.js or React). Proficient with database design and optimisation, particularly with MySQL or PostgreSQL. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Desirable Skills Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerisation (e.g., Docker). Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools like Jira. Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment practices. Whats on Offer? Competitive salary of up to £60,000. Hybrid working model: Initially 3 days in the office to get up to speed, reducing to 2 days. The chance to work on cutting-edge greenfield projects with a highly skilled and collaborative team. A leadership team with technical expertise who understand and support the challenges of software development. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A supportive and inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions. This is a unique opportunity to work with one of the best development teams in Northern Ireland, delivering innovative solutions while advancing your skills and career. If youre passionate about PHP development and thrive in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment, our client would love to hear from you. Skills: PHP Software Development Software Engineering