Senior Full Stack Web Developer (PHP) || Remote Working

Strong proficiency in PHP (modern versions, OOP, best practices)

• Extensive experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or similar
• Solid front-end development skills using JavaScript / TypeScript
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.g. React, Vue, or Angular)
• Deep understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design
• Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs

Essential Tools & Ecosystem

• Experience with version control using Git (branching strategies, pull requests, code

reviews)

• Strong working knowledge of Composer
• Experience with npm / Node.js
• Familiarity with build tools (e.g. Vite, Webpack)
• Experience working with Linux-based development environments

Backend & Database

• Strong experience with MySQL
• Understanding of database design, indexing, and performance optimisation
• Experience with ORMs (e.g. Eloquent, Doctrine)
• Knowledge of caching systems (Redis, Memcached)

Architecture & Best Practices

• Proven experience designing scalable and maintainable applications
• Strong understanding of MVC architecture and design patterns
• Experience writing clean, testable, and well-documented code
• Understanding of API security, authentication, and authorization

DevOps & Deployment

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Docker and containerised environments
• Understanding of server management and web servers (Nginx, Apache)

Experience

• 5+ years of professional development experience, primarily with PHP
• Proven track record of delivering production-grade web applications
• Previous experience in a senior role

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to mentor and support junior developers
• Excellent communication skills
• Proactive mindset with strong ownership of work

Nice-to-Have

• Familiarity with GraphQL
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Exposure to automated testing pipelines and QA processes
• Experience working with magento 2 and building modules
• Understanding / experience of working with AI agents.

The client, is one of the UK's most established vaping brands, with over 15 years of industry experience. Operating across ecommerce and retail, the business is known for its high-quality vaping products, UK manufacturing capabilities, and strong focus on customer service. With a loyal customer base and nationwide presence, the client continues to position itself as a trusted leader in the vaping sector.