Senior PHP Developer

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2 months ago
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Job Title:Senior PHP Developer / Software Engineer


Location:Remote with a Monthly Team Day (Expenses Paid)


Employment Type:Full-Time


About Us

We're True9. A fully remote, independent tech consultancy based in Halifax. With the agility of a start-up and the stability of a 9-year-old business, we're entering a period of growth. Join our high-performing team of talented individuals as we embark on this exciting journey.


Role Overview

Are you a passionate developer looking to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy writing clean, efficient code and solving challenging technical problems? True9 is seeking a Senior Developer to work on exciting client projects, contribute to high-quality software solutions, and share knowledge with junior team members through mentoring.


Key Responsibilities


Development and Problem Solving:

  • Write clean, maintainable, and scalable code across a variety of projects.
  • Collaborate with the team to deliver software solutions that meet client requirements.
  • Proactively address technical challenges during development, contributing effective and practical solutions.
  • Conduct code reviews to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to best practices.

Collaboration and Mentoring:

  • Work closely with other developers, delivery managers, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery.
  • Mentor junior developers, sharing knowledge and supporting their growth.

Continuous Improvement:

  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices, and share these insights with the team.
  • Contribute to process improvements and the evolution of the development team’s practices.


About You


We’re looking for someone with:

  • Strong working experience in PHP and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).
  • A solid understanding of automated testing practices.
  • Expertise in performant MySQL and relational database design.
  • Hands-on experience with API design and development.

You should be comfortable with:

  • Scaling PHP/MySQL platforms to handle growth and performance demands.
  • Working with Laravel to build robust and maintainable applications.
  • Using modern tooling, including Docker, Git, PHPStan, PHPUnit, and CD/CI pipelines.
  • Writing well-structured HTML and CSS.

Bonus points if you bring:

  • Experience with Symfony or familiarity with VueJS and/or Angular.
  • A background in working on automation projects, such as IoT, Machine Learning, or AI.
  • Experience in agile environments and contributing to team collaboration.

You’ll thrive in this role if you have:

  • A collaborative mindset, working effectively with others to achieve shared goals.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with great attention to detail.
  • A passion for writing high-quality code and staying on top of new technologies.


What We Offer


  • Competitivesalary of up-to £60,000with annual salary reviews.
  • Flexible working days and hours - structure your day around what works for you.
  • Remote work (UK) with a monthly team office day to get everyone together.
  • Perks like Summer and Winter Team Days (our last one included going to a spa and getting involved with some archery and clay pigeon shooting!)
  • ‍ We'll make sure you're comfortable working from home with the best equipment.
  • ️ 35 days off (including Bank Holidays + a day off for your birthday )
  • Continuous professional growth and skills development opportunities, including a £500 annual budget for training, certifications and conferences.
  • A vibrant and innovative work environment where your ideas matter.


Equal Opportunity Employer:True9 is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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