Lead PHP Developer
- Huddersfield
- £50,000-65,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 + Benefits
Hours: Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00 (Flexibility required)Are you a seasoned Lead PHP Developer ready to take a hands-on leadership role in a fast-paced, high-availability ecommerce environment?This is an opportunity for a PHP/Laravel expert to step into a strategic role leading development teams and technical delivery. You'll work on robust platform development, collaborate across the business, and provide technical guidance and mentorship to in-house and offshore developers.What You'll Be Doing:Write and review full-stack code, primarily in PHP/LaravelTake ownership of core platform components and systemsLead agile ceremonies and ensure delivery runs smoothlyOffer structured mentorship to mid/junior developersDrive cloud-based deployment strategies (AWS, Azure, etc.)Maintain and optimise database architecture using MySQL and SQL ServerWhat You'll Need:Strong PHP and Laravel development backgroundExperience in high-availability and ecommerce applicationsSolid database knowledge: MySQL and SQL ServerFamiliar with Git, CI/CD, and agile practicesTeam leadership: stand-ups, sprints, mentoring, code reviewsGood grasp of cloud infrastructure platformsDesirable Extras:Experience with Vue.js, React, or modern JS frameworksDocker knowledge and containerised pipeline exposureFamiliarity with DevOps tools and ecommerce systemsWhat's In It for You?Competitive pay and loyalty bonus schemeGenerous benefits including enhanced parental leaveCareer growth, training, and developmentOnsite parking, staff discount, and relaxed dress codeCycle to work, wellbeing initiatives, and moreIf you're an experienced developer who thrives in hands-on leadership and loves solving real-world platform challenges, click apply now.