Mid - Senior PHP Software Engineer (Laravel)
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Position Overview & Specifications
The Role:
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Software Engineer to join our team! You will have the opportunity to work on new and exciting Insurance and Finance projects across the Group.
Responsibilities of the Role, but not limited to:
- Discussing project aims with the Business Analysis and development team members
- Designing and building web applications using Laravel
- Troubleshooting issues in the implementation and debug builds
- Working with front-end and back-end engineers on projects
- Testing own functionality alongside Software Testing Team
- Ensuring that integrations run smoothly
- Scaling projects based on Product Owner feedback
- Reporting and documenting of work
- Maintaining web-based applications
- Presenting work in meetings to varying stakeholders
Key attributes and experience:
- Demonstratable experience as a Laravel Software Engineer or similar role
- A degree in programming, computer science, or a related field
- Experience working with PHP, performing unit testing, and managing APIs such as REST
- A solid understanding of application design and development using Laravel
- Knowledge of database design and querying using SQL, PostgreSQL or Eloquent
- Proficiency in HTML and JavaScript
- Problem-solving skills and critical mindset
- The desire and ability to learn other languages in the future to meet an evolving technical stack
- Important; Great interpersonal and English communication skills
- Experience of AWS services (Lambda, RDS, SES, SNS, SQS) would be beneficial
Company Overview & Culture:
We are an exciting fintech company, on a mission to disrupt the financial services industry with its innovative tech and platform. We have a long-term goal to provide all businesses (from insurance brokers and distributors to SMEs and scale ups) with the tools they need to start, run, and grow their businesses successfully.
The company is dynamic, collaborative, and fun, and provides a fantastic opportunity to develop your career with a fast-growing, exciting, and supportive team.
Compensation & Benefits:
- £50K to £75K DOE
- London/Hybrid/Remote
- 25 Days Holidays + BH
- Pension, Life Insurance & Private Medical
- Employee Reward Scheme
All candidates Must have the right to work in the UK without restriction
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A PERMANENT ROLE
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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