PHP Symfony Developer
Oakwell Hampton —
United Kingdom
· Posted ~1 month ago
Mid
Full-time
Hybrid
No Visa
£40000-£55000
Skills
PHP
Symfony
Laravel
REST APIs
MySQL
backend architecture
AWS
Docker
serverless
Summary
We are seeking a mid‑level PHP developer proficient in Symfony or Laravel to join a compact, high‑performing engineering squad. The role focuses on building clean, scalable backend systems and RESTful APIs, leveraging MySQL and modern cloud practices. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work (two days onsite in a central hub), and a collaborative environment where you can shape the product roadmap and advance your career.
Highlights
Competitive salary up to £55k, hybrid work with two days onsite in a central location, supportive and down‑to‑earth engineering team, opportunity to influence projects and grow professionally.
Description
Mid-Level PHP Developer (Symfony / Laravel) – Leeds (Hybrid)
💰 £40,000 – £55,000 + strong long-term opportunity
📍 Leeds (2 days onsite, central location)
The Role
You’ll be joining a small but highly capable engineering team, working on backend systems and APIs that are used at scale.
There’s a strong focus on clean code, good engineering practices, and collaboration - this isn’t a “ticket factory” environment.
Tech Stack
PHP (8+)Symfony (or strong Laravel experience)REST APIsMySQL / relational databasesAWS (nice to have, not essential)Docker / serverless (bonus)
What They’re Looking For
Solid PHP experience in a commercial environmentExperience with Symfony or Laravel (open on framework)Strong understanding of APIs and backend architectureSomeone who can communicate well and work collaborativelyComfortable working in a hybrid team (Leeds-based)
What You’ll Get
Salary up to ~£55k (flexible for the right person)Hybrid working (2 days onsite, very central office)Supportive, down-to-earth teamReal opportunity to influence projects and grow
Please note: This role requires candidates to already have the right to work in the UK (no sponsorship available).
If this sounds like you, apply or drop me a message for more details 📩