Mid / Senior PHP Developer - 4 day working week!
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you a skilled PHP Developer with a strong background in Laravel? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment and have a passion for creating exceptional web applications? We have an exciting opportunity for 3 x Mid/Senior PHP developers to join our team in Manchester, offering a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum.
As a Mid/Senior PHP Developer, you will play a crucial role in the development and maintenance of our web applications. You will work closely with our talented team of developers, designers, and project managers to create high-quality, scalable, and efficient solutions. Your expertise in PHP and Laravel will be essential in driving the success of our projects.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of professional PHP development experience.
- Strong proficiency in Laravel framework.
- Solid understanding of PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
- Familiarity with front-end frameworks such as Vue.js or React is a plus.
- Knowledge of agile development methodologies.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, splitting time between the office and remote work.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary, up to £60,000 per annum, based on experience and qualifications.
- Flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing a combination of office-based and remote work.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Company-provided equipment and tools.
- Regular team-building activities and social events.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £50,000.00-£70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexitime
- Work from home
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Yearly bonus
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Mid / Senior PHP Developer - 4 day working week! roles across Explore Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £50,000 - £70,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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