Mid-Level Developer - £45,000-£55,000 - Leeds (Hybrid)

Are you a Symfony Developer or PHP Backend Developer looking for your next career move? Do you want a hybrid role in a modern Leeds city centre office, working with a skilled engineering team building scalable digital solutions?, As a Mid-Level Symfony Developer, you'll focus primarily on backend API development using Symfony (v5/6/7) and API Platform, while also contributing to modern React/Next.js interfaces. The role offers an excellent opportunity to build scalable applications, improve system performance, and grow your full-stack skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for developers seeking career progression, exposure to modern frameworks, and the chance to work on complex, e-commerce-driven platforms.

Key Responsibilities

Backend Development (Primary Focus)

Develop and enhance APIs using Symfony (v5/6/7) and API Platform Write scalable and secure backend logic following industry best practices Work with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL Use Doctrine ORM to manage and optimise data operationsFrontend Development (Supporting Work)

Build responsive UI features using React and Next.js Use modern JavaScript (ES6+), hooks, state management, and functional componentsTesting, Collaboration & Best Practices

Write unit, integration, and functional tests using PHPUnit and Jest Follow PSR-12, SOLID principles, and clean code practices Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and architecture sessions Collaborate closely with other developers, product teams, and stakeholdersDevOps & Workflow

Use Git for version control and CI/CD pipelines for deployment Work with Docker for containerised development What We're Looking For

3-4+ years' experience in backend or full-stack web development Strong experience with the Symfony framework Knowledge of routing, services, security, dependency injection, and Doctrine Experience with React and/or Next.js (or willingness to upskill) Good understanding of HTML5, CSS, and JavaScript Experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL databases Familiarity with Docker and Git workflows Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Passion for writing clean, maintainable code Desirable Skills

Experience working with AWS or cloud platforms Exposure to asynchronous processing (e.g., Symfony Messenger) Why Apply?

Competitive salary: £45,000-£55,000 Hybrid working with a vibrant Leeds city centre office Join a collaborative, friendly engineering team Work on exciting, scalable, API-driven applications Career progression opportunities into senior or full-stack roles Excellent working environment with a great team cultureIf you're a talented Symfony Developer, PHP Developer, or Backend Engineer looking for a new challenge in Leeds with hybrid flexibility, this role offers an excellent next step