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# Senior PHP Software Developer - City London

- **Company:** Nexus
- **Location:** Epsom, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £45,000.0 - £60,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Apache HTTP Server, Business Logic, Databases, Linux, Linux Servers, Memcached, Cisco Nexus Switches, Redis, Software Engineering, Database Optimization, Caching, Backend, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-php-software-developer-city-london/53910869

## About the Role

Job Reference: NJ0099Date Posted: 1 October 2026Recruiter: Nexus JobsLocation: City LondonSalary: 45,000 to 60,000Sector: I.T. & CommunicationsJob Type: PermanentWork Hours: Full TimeContact: Jas GujralEmail: : Apply for this job nowJob DescriptionSenior PHP Software Developer - City LondonThe ideal candidate will have sound 5 to 10 years proven commercial experience with developing software with PHP and MySQL.Must have experience of working on a Linux server with good experience of database optimisation and caching technologies, such as Memcached, Redis or Varnish.Will also need to be comfortable working with back-end business logic and have experience of best-practice front-end development, using jQuery.Based in Central London uou will be working on the development of a high-end, scalable e-commerce retail You Need to bring to the table for this position:At Least 5+ years of Commercial Experience and Knowledge of:PHPMySQL, including database optimizationLAMPLinuxMVC,
ORMHTMLCSS/XHTMLJQuery Caching Technologies, such as Memcached, Redis or VarnishAbility to work independently or as part of a team and operate to tight deadlinesSense of humour pleaseAdvantageous But Not a Must:Great knowledge of Apache, specifically Mod RewriteGood working knowledge of Linux, including command lineServer administration experienceEcommerce experienceSmartyCompetitive SalaryCareer Growth and Financial StabilityExcellent Benefits: Opportunity to work up to 3 days a week from homeThe salary for this role will be in the range 45K - 60K.Please send your CV to us in Word format.