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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Web Developer (Laravel; PHP) - **Company:** Jumbo Interactive - **Location:** Galgate, UK - **Salary:** £37,808.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Apache HTTP Server, LAMP (Software Bundle), CodeIgniter, Code Review, Databases, Data Integrity, Linux, Domain Name System (DNS), Laravel, MySQL, Model View Controller (MVC), Performance Tuning, SQL Databases, Symfony, Web Applications, Web Services, .NET Core, Information Technology, Front End Software Development - **Published:** September 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5898028660 ## About the Role * PHP & Frameworks: Strong hands-on expertise with PHP and modern MVC frameworks, specifically Laravel (Symfony or CodeIgniter experience is a plus). * LAMP Stack: Solid understanding of Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP environments. * Database Management: Advanced proficiency in MySQL/SQL query writing, schema optimization, and data modelling. * Front-End & Services: Fluent in vanilla JavaScript/modern frontend tools, with practical knowledge of DNS management and web service integration. Mindset & Soft Skills * Migration Mindset: Confidence to evaluate legacy code, challenge outdated practices, and guide non-technical stakeholders through modernized technical solutions. * Problem Solver: Highly resourceful with strong initiative, able to own projects independently from requirements-gathering to deployment. * Communication: Excellent people skills to liaise effectively between technical teams, external auditors, and cross-departmental stakeholders. Preferred: * Degree in Computer Science or relevant qualifications (E.g. Coding Camps) * Familiarity with .NET Core, displaying your adaptability and potential contributions to future service migrations would be advantageous * Ability to work within agile environments, including Kanban and Sprints. Salary Banding: £35,000-£45,000 per annum, depending on experience ## Description As an experienced Laravel developer, you will drive the development of our clients' websites and database systems. In this role, you will be responsible for pushing best practices and ensuring the successful migration of our current legacy platform to Laravel. The role centres on developing, enhancing, and supporting both internal and external Database Management Systems. You will play a key part in maintaining and evolving existing PHP-based systems, reviewing legacy codebases, and guiding their transition toward contemporary frameworks, improved performance, and best-practice engineering standards. What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like Your daily work will centre on driving modern Laravel development while supporting the smooth running of our core systems and client platforms. You can expect to: * Work on legacy migration tasks - auditing existing PHP applications, identifying outdated patterns, and progressively rebuilding them into clean, scalable Laravel structures. * Develop and enhance web applications - writing high-quality PHP/Laravel code, improving user flows, and ensuring stable, high-availability performance across client-facing and internal systems. * Optimise databases and SQL queries - refining complex queries, improving schema design, and ensuring data integrity for reporting and operational accuracy. * Support internal systems and users - troubleshooting issues, responding to client or user queries, and ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across StarVale and Jumbo environments. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams - working closely with IT, auditors, and departmental stakeholders to gather requirements, validate solutions, and communicate technical decisions clearly. * Participate in engineering quality practices - contributing to code reviews, documentation, and the adoption of modern design patterns and best practices. * Support infrastructure and deployment - assisting with LAMP environment tuning, DNS configuration, and ensuring secure, reliable deployments across multiple client systems. ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [The Laravel Core - Demystify The Beast](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/98-the-laravel-core-demystify-the-beast) - [Web development best practices in 2021](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/280-web-development-best-practices-in-2021) - [API Platform: From Rest & GraphQL APIs to state-of-the-art standards in seconds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1968-api-platform-from-rest-graphql-apis-to-state-of-the-art-standards-in-seconds) - [Coding for Good: Achieving social change with an app](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1645-coding-for-good-achieving-social-change-with-an-app) ## Related Articles - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Frontend Developer Salary in The UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/233-frontend-developer-salary-in-the-uk) - [What is a web developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/18-what-is-a-web-developer) - [Fullstack Developer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/251-fullstack-developer-salary-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The 7 Most Popular Backend Frameworks for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/403-the-7-most-popular-backend-frameworks-for-developers)