Summary
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A growing international organization is seeking a Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain backend-focused solutions for internal platforms and business systems. The ideal candidate has strong PHP and Symfony experience, writes clean and testable code, understands modern engineering practices, and enjoys collaborating on architecture, development standards, and practical solutions. The role provides opportunities to influence technical direction and improve software delivery processes.
Highlights
Opportunity to build impactful business-critical software in a collaborative engineering environment. The role offers ownership of backend systems, involvement in architecture decisions, opportunities to improve development practices, and close collaboration with business stakeholders.
Description
This role is with a fast-growing international trading business that partners with global brands to revolutionise wholesale distribution in the luxury fashion sector.
They are known for their collaborative, low-ego environment where in-house development is a strategic function, empowering engineers to build impactful, business-critical software.
The Role
Design, build, and maintain backend-heavy features for internal systems supporting operations, reporting, analytics, and a B2B portal Collaborate closely with the Head of Development on solution design, architecture, and technical direction Write clean, testable, SOLID compliant PHP code using Symfony, ensuring strong unit and functional test coverage Contribute to and improve shared standards, code reviews, CI practices, deployment, and the integration of AI tools Work with business users to understand requirements, refine ideas, and deliver pragmatic, maintainable solutions Help evolve the platform and infrastructure using technologies like PostgreSQL, Clickhouse, Vue.js, AWS, and Docker
What You'll Need
Strong commercial experience with PHP in a modern framework (e.g., Symfony, Laravel) within an enterprise or business-critical environment Solid understanding of object-oriented design and SOLID principles for long-term system maintainability Experience building and testing API-driven backend systems with integrated unit and functional tests Comfort working with modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., Vue, React) in a full-stack workflow A collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and a desire to take ownership and understand commercial aspects Experience with PostgreSQL or other relational databases, Docker, AWS, and AI tools for productivity is a plus
What's On Offer
Ownership of business-critical software with direct impact on company operations A small, collaborative, and supportive team culture with a flexible approach to work Opportunities to influence solution design and architectural decisions Competitive salary package including 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, private medical insurance, and pension
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