Technical Lead (PHP)

£80,000 - £85,000/Year

PHP
MySQL
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
React
Location
Saint Katharine's Way, London E1W 1UN, UK
Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Computer Software
Remote/Onsite
Part Remote
Experience Required
8 - 12 Years
Education Required
Higher Education
Required Skills
PHP
MySQL
HTML
CSS
JavaScript
React
Job Summary
Our client is a rapidly growing, self-sufficient start-up at the forefront of transforming the leisure and hospitality industry through innovative technology solutions. Their mission is to streamline and elevate the booking experience for businesses and consumers alike. With a dynamic and collaborative culture, they are driven by a passion for excellence and are currently processing £100m worth of bookings each year. As we continue to expand our footprint, we are seeking an exceptional Tech Lead PHP Developer to play a pivotal role in bringing our software team onshore and shaping the future of our cutting-edge products.
Experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience). Proven experience as a PHP Developer, with a track record of successfully leading development teams. Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and related technologies. Experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel or Symfony. Solid understanding of software architecture, design principles, and best practices. Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React) and integration with back-end services. Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills. Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Leadership and mentoring abilities to guide and inspire the development team.
Job Responsibilities
- Build, lead and mentor a small team of PHP developers fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.
- Initially manage a handful of offshore remote developers whilst the inhouse team grows.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Design and implement scalable, efficient, and maintainable PHP-based applications.
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and maintenance.
- Stay updated on industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve the team's skills and keep our technology stack up-to-date.
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, collaborating with the support team when necessary.
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