Shopfy Technical Lead The Technical Lead will be joining a high-performing, fast-growing Shopify development team within my client. This team partners closely with leading e-commerce brands to design, build and optimise high-impact Shopify experiences that drive performance, reliability and growth. As part of this role, you will act as a senior, floating technical expert across multiple Agile squads, owning complex technical solutions and being the go-to problem solver for critical client work. You will work closely with developers, delivery managers and the Head of Shopify to shape technical approaches, review and validate solutions, support new theme development, and step into key client conversations when issues arise to ensure we deliver robust, scalable Shopify solutions. Salary: £50,000-£55,000 per annum Location: Leeds or Liverpool (3 days per week on-site) Main responsibilities In this role you will act as a senior technical leader within the Shopify department: Owning the technical delivery of complex Shopify projects and retainer work across multiple squads, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions Collaborating closely with developers, delivery managers and the wider solutions team to review scopes, validate feasibility, and define robust technical approaches Serving as a floating technical resource across squads, stepping into priority work, unblocking teams and resolving urgent client issues when needed Leading technical discussions with clients, joining key calls to explain solutions, address concerns and demonstrate senior technical ownership Staying on top of Shopify updates and ecosystem changes, proactively sharing insights with the team and guiding how they are adopted in our stack Providing hands-on development support (primarily Liquid/Shopify, with React and PHP/Laravel or Symfony as beneficial), setting best practices and coding standards Acting as the right hand to the Head of Shopify, giving clear, proactive communication on risks, opportunities, team challenges and technical improvements Mentoring and supporting engineers within the squads, helping to grow internal capability and, where relevant, supporting the progression of future technical leaders Desired Experience Extensive commercial experience working with Shopify day in, day out, with a deep understanding of its ecosystem, features, and latest updates. Strong hands-on development skills with Shopify's core technologies (Liquid, front-end JavaScript/React); experience across both front-end and back-end (PHP/Laravel) is highly desirable. Proven track record operating at senior/lead level in an engineering team, owning complex pieces of work and being the 'go-to' technical problem solver. Experience working in an agency or multi-client environment, confidently handling BAU/retainer work as well as larger projects and platform initiatives (e.g. new theme development). Comfortable acting as a floating technical resource across multiple squads, quickly picking up unfamiliar codebases, clients, and domains. Strong grasp of modern development workflows and tooling (e.g. Git, Jira, Figma) and of Agile ways of working within cross-functional squads. Effective & proactive communicator - able to translate complex technical topics for non-technical stakeholders, lead client-facing conversations, and keep leadership informed without being asked. Bonus Experience Strong PHP Laravel and/or Symfony experience to help bridge work across our wider engineering teams. Experience working in digital agencies or eCommerce environments with multi-squad setups. Familiarity with Figma and modern design-to-development workflows. Previous exposure to client-facing technical roles, solution design, or pre-sales support. Experience mentoring developers or acting as a go-to technical reference within a team. What's on Offer Up to £55k salary (aligned with current Tech Lead banding, with potential for review) Hybrid working / 3 days per week on-site in either Liverpool or Leeds Opportunity to work with high-profile Shopify clients (including leading F1 and fashion brands) and on a new in-house Shopify theme Clear growth opportunities within a fast-growing, recently merged, Shopify Platinum agency (with proven internal progression from Mid Dev to Department Head) JBRP1_UKTJ
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Shopfy Technical Lead The Technical Lead will be joining a high-performing, fast-growing Shopify development team within my client. This team partners closely with leading e-commerce brands to design, build and optimise high-impact Shopify experiences that drive performance, reliability and growth. As part of this role, you will act as a senior, floating technical expert across multiple Agile squads, owning complex technical solutions and being the go-to problem solver for critical client work. You will work closely with developers, delivery managers and the Head of Shopify to shape technical approaches, review and validate solutions, support new theme development, and step into key client conversations when issues arise to ensure we deliver robust, scalable Shopify solutions. Salary: £50,000-£55,000 per annum Location: Leeds or Liverpool (3 days per week on-site) Main responsibilities In this role you will act as a senior technical leader within the Shopify department: Owning the technical delivery of complex Shopify projects and retainer work across multiple squads, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions Collaborating closely with developers, delivery managers and the wider solutions team to review scopes, validate feasibility, and define robust technical approaches Serving as a floating technical resource across squads, stepping into priority work, unblocking teams and resolving urgent client issues when needed Leading technical discussions with clients, joining key calls to explain solutions, address concerns and demonstrate senior technical ownership Staying on top of Shopify updates and ecosystem changes, proactively sharing insights with the team and guiding how they are adopted in our stack Providing hands-on development support (primarily Liquid/Shopify, with React and PHP/Laravel or Symfony as beneficial), setting best practices and coding standards Acting as the right hand to the Head of Shopify, giving clear, proactive communication on risks, opportunities, team challenges and technical improvements Mentoring and supporting engineers within the squads, helping to grow internal capability and, where relevant, supporting the progression of future technical leaders Desired Experience Extensive commercial experience working with Shopify day in, day out, with a deep understanding of its ecosystem, features, and latest updates. Strong hands-on development skills with Shopify's core technologies (Liquid, front-end JavaScript/React); experience across both front-end and back-end (PHP/Laravel) is highly desirable. Proven track record operating at senior/lead level in an engineering team, owning complex pieces of work and being the 'go-to' technical problem solver. Experience working in an agency or multi-client environment, confidently handling BAU/retainer work as well as larger projects and platform initiatives (e.g. new theme development). Comfortable acting as a floating technical resource across multiple squads, quickly picking up unfamiliar codebases, clients, and domains. Strong grasp of modern development workflows and tooling (e.g. Git, Jira, Figma) and of Agile ways of working within cross-functional squads. Effective & proactive communicator - able to translate complex technical topics for non-technical stakeholders, lead client-facing conversations, and keep leadership informed without being asked. Bonus Experience Strong PHP Laravel and/or Symfony experience to help bridge work across our wider engineering teams. Experience working in digital agencies or eCommerce environments with multi-squad setups. Familiarity with Figma and modern design-to-development workflows. Previous exposure to client-facing technical roles, solution design, or pre-sales support. Experience mentoring developers or acting as a go-to technical reference within a team. What's on Offer Up to £55k salary (aligned with current Tech Lead banding, with potential for review) Hybrid working / 3 days per week on-site in either Liverpool or Leeds Opportunity to work with high-profile Shopify clients (including leading F1 and fashion brands) and on a new in-house Shopify theme Clear growth opportunities within a fast-growing, recently merged, Shopify Platinum agency (with proven internal progression from Mid Dev to Department Head) JBRP1_UKTJ
Crafting the kind of backend that makes frontend work feel like cheating Hey there - we're Kinship We're building the Revit tools you wish existed. Our platform helps architects and engineers manage content, track usage, and make smarter decisions with less hassle. We're looking for a backend-focused engineer who enjoys building clean APIs, designing resilient systems, and keeping things fast, simple, and secure. Someone who's comfortable working in PHP, knows their way around Docker, and can help us make the most of AWS to ship reliable software at speed. What You'll Do Build and maintain backend services in modern PHP Design and implement APIs consumed by our frontend and desktop apps Use Docker to standardize development and streamline deployments Work with AWS services (e.g. ECS, S3, RDS, CloudWatch) to keep our systems fast and reliable Collaborate with product, design, and other engineers to ship features Write tests and monitor performance so we can trust our stack at scale What We're Looking For You don't need to tick every box, but here's what would help you succeed: Strong experience with PHP (we use PHP 8+) Familiarity with containerized environments using Docker Product mindset - you think in terms of user value, not just technical correctness Clear communicator and thoughtful collaborator Someone who's excited to work in a small, fast-moving team Knowledge of Laravel or Symfony Comfortable with AWS basics - think deploying apps, storing files, managing databases Experience designing or evolving APIs in production Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines Interest in DevOps, observability, or developer tooling What We Offer Competitive salary A beautiful, plant-filled office in central London (by Southwark tube station) and good coffee (obviously) A no-BS team of people who love building great software together Real autonomy and influence over product and tech decisions A company that believes in work-life balance
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Crafting the kind of backend that makes frontend work feel like cheating Hey there - we're Kinship We're building the Revit tools you wish existed. Our platform helps architects and engineers manage content, track usage, and make smarter decisions with less hassle. We're looking for a backend-focused engineer who enjoys building clean APIs, designing resilient systems, and keeping things fast, simple, and secure. Someone who's comfortable working in PHP, knows their way around Docker, and can help us make the most of AWS to ship reliable software at speed. What You'll Do Build and maintain backend services in modern PHP Design and implement APIs consumed by our frontend and desktop apps Use Docker to standardize development and streamline deployments Work with AWS services (e.g. ECS, S3, RDS, CloudWatch) to keep our systems fast and reliable Collaborate with product, design, and other engineers to ship features Write tests and monitor performance so we can trust our stack at scale What We're Looking For You don't need to tick every box, but here's what would help you succeed: Strong experience with PHP (we use PHP 8+) Familiarity with containerized environments using Docker Product mindset - you think in terms of user value, not just technical correctness Clear communicator and thoughtful collaborator Someone who's excited to work in a small, fast-moving team Knowledge of Laravel or Symfony Comfortable with AWS basics - think deploying apps, storing files, managing databases Experience designing or evolving APIs in production Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines Interest in DevOps, observability, or developer tooling What We Offer Competitive salary A beautiful, plant-filled office in central London (by Southwark tube station) and good coffee (obviously) A no-BS team of people who love building great software together Real autonomy and influence over product and tech decisions A company that believes in work-life balance
A growing technology-first business in Swindon is seeking a Lead PHP Developer to take ownership of system development and lead a new software suite. The ideal candidate must have strong PHP and Laravel experience, along with full-stack capabilities and familiarity with cloud platforms. This hybrid role offers opportunities for progression and development within a supportive environment, requiring at least three days in the office per week.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
A growing technology-first business in Swindon is seeking a Lead PHP Developer to take ownership of system development and lead a new software suite. The ideal candidate must have strong PHP and Laravel experience, along with full-stack capabilities and familiarity with cloud platforms. This hybrid role offers opportunities for progression and development within a supportive environment, requiring at least three days in the office per week.
Software Engineer InofficeinWestHove-Salaryto£55k My client builds a cutting edge SaaS platform used by Bluechip/LargeEnterprise clients across Europe. Their systems are complex, data-driven software applications that provide real-time services that are essential to their customers' success in running their businesses. They are looking for a Software Engineer to join their team to work on their core web SaaS platform. This role will be mostly focused on backend API software development and they are looking for Software Engineers with good understanding of formal software design patterns and coding principles as they focus on quality driven, clean code as a team. The software you would be working on consumes and transforms big datasets and provides insights into risk, cost, optimisation, and utilisation, as well as tracking, geolocation, and administration functions. The ideal Software Engineer will have 3+ years of software development experience in building APIs and ideally have worked with TypeScript or PHP in a previous role. This is a role for a Software Engineer or Developer with an engineering mindset. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team designing and implementing design patterns, event-driven architecture and serverless architecture across their SaaS platform as required. The Role This is an opportunity to be part of a Software Engineering team using the following technology: TypeScript AWS / Lambda Serverless Architecture Symfony / Laravel Step Functions OpenSearch DynamoDB ElastiCache S3 & EC2 EventBridge API Gateway CloudFormation React.js Coding in TypeScript, Node and PHP Skills and Experience You will need a solid understanding of: A minimum of 3 years commercial software development experience Object-Oriented Software Development, preferably in PHP, TypeScript or Node Software Design Patterns and their implementation Ideally experience in cloud engineering, preferably AWS or similar If this role is of interest, then please apply with your CV for immediate interview.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Software Engineer InofficeinWestHove-Salaryto£55k My client builds a cutting edge SaaS platform used by Bluechip/LargeEnterprise clients across Europe. Their systems are complex, data-driven software applications that provide real-time services that are essential to their customers' success in running their businesses. They are looking for a Software Engineer to join their team to work on their core web SaaS platform. This role will be mostly focused on backend API software development and they are looking for Software Engineers with good understanding of formal software design patterns and coding principles as they focus on quality driven, clean code as a team. The software you would be working on consumes and transforms big datasets and provides insights into risk, cost, optimisation, and utilisation, as well as tracking, geolocation, and administration functions. The ideal Software Engineer will have 3+ years of software development experience in building APIs and ideally have worked with TypeScript or PHP in a previous role. This is a role for a Software Engineer or Developer with an engineering mindset. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team designing and implementing design patterns, event-driven architecture and serverless architecture across their SaaS platform as required. The Role This is an opportunity to be part of a Software Engineering team using the following technology: TypeScript AWS / Lambda Serverless Architecture Symfony / Laravel Step Functions OpenSearch DynamoDB ElastiCache S3 & EC2 EventBridge API Gateway CloudFormation React.js Coding in TypeScript, Node and PHP Skills and Experience You will need a solid understanding of: A minimum of 3 years commercial software development experience Object-Oriented Software Development, preferably in PHP, TypeScript or Node Software Design Patterns and their implementation Ideally experience in cloud engineering, preferably AWS or similar If this role is of interest, then please apply with your CV for immediate interview.
We are looking for a highly motivated Full Stack Developer to join a software provider who work within the care sector. This company make a real difference that directly effects peoples lives. We are seeking both mid-level and senior Full Stack Developers with PHP, Laravel and Vue.js (or related framework) experience. You will work closely with their existing development and quality assurance teams, and play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining innovative solutions within commercial deadlines. They are looking for someone who thrives in a team setting, and is eager to contribute to the success of their projects. Full Stack Developer Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the development team to design and implement new features Ensure high-quality code through testing, debugging, and code reviews Work in an agile environment, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives Full Stack Developer Required Skills Strong knowledge of the Laravel PHP Framework Strong knowledge of the Vue JS and Nuxt Frameworks (or similar React, Angular etc) Strong knowledge of Git and version control as a whole Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a cross functional team Desirable Skills Knowledge or familiarity with websockets Knowledge or familiarity with TypeScript Familiarity with code reviews and pair programming You will based full time in the office in Stafford initially while you settle in before moving to a hybrid model with 2 days per week in the office. We are interviewing currently so apply now for immediate consideration for the Full Stack Developer position or contact Stuart Barnes at ITSS Recruitment for further information.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
We are looking for a highly motivated Full Stack Developer to join a software provider who work within the care sector. This company make a real difference that directly effects peoples lives. We are seeking both mid-level and senior Full Stack Developers with PHP, Laravel and Vue.js (or related framework) experience. You will work closely with their existing development and quality assurance teams, and play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining innovative solutions within commercial deadlines. They are looking for someone who thrives in a team setting, and is eager to contribute to the success of their projects. Full Stack Developer Key Responsibilities Collaborate with the development team to design and implement new features Ensure high-quality code through testing, debugging, and code reviews Work in an agile environment, participating in sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives Full Stack Developer Required Skills Strong knowledge of the Laravel PHP Framework Strong knowledge of the Vue JS and Nuxt Frameworks (or similar React, Angular etc) Strong knowledge of Git and version control as a whole Excellent teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a cross functional team Desirable Skills Knowledge or familiarity with websockets Knowledge or familiarity with TypeScript Familiarity with code reviews and pair programming You will based full time in the office in Stafford initially while you settle in before moving to a hybrid model with 2 days per week in the office. We are interviewing currently so apply now for immediate consideration for the Full Stack Developer position or contact Stuart Barnes at ITSS Recruitment for further information.
We're looking for a Lead Back-End Developer to join a top software business in Exeter with more than a thousand Leisure, Tourism, and Events businesses across the globe. They've grown significantly over the last few years and off the back of a very successful 2025, they are now looking for a hands on Lead Back End Developer to join the team (80% Back End, 20% Team Leadership). 2 days per week in Exeter office. What skills you'll be needing Experience in a technical leadership or senior developer role, ideally within SaaS or enterprise software. Significant experience with modern frameworks and languages (e.g., PHP, Go, Symfony, Laravel). Solid understanding of databases, APIs, and microservices. Experience managing technical roadmaps and stakeholder expectations. Confident working with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with reporting systems, data pipelines, and system configuration tools. Exposure to frontend frameworks such as Vue.js or React. Prior involvement in system re architecture or platform migration projects. What you'll be doing: The Lead Back-End Developer will drive the delivery and evolution of back-office systems, ensuring continuous improvements and enabling platforms to be high-performing, secure, and future-ready. This is a hands on leadership role ideal for a technically skilled senior developer who can lead a team, manage delivery, and act as a key technical stakeholder for core system components such as reporting, configuration tools, and customer/venue management interfaces. You will plan sprints, mentor and support team members, promote best practice, high coding standards and track and report on team performance. They will look for you to be able to review code, propose improvements and manage technical debt, modernising legacy systems. What you'll get in return: You'll receive a starting salary up to £58k and benefits including: an annual bonus scheme, a generous individual training budget per year to spend on courses or accreditations. You'll join the team with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off, but this will increase by a day a year (up to 30 days) to reward long service. This is a great opportunity to challenge and progress your career with one of the region's tech success stories as they continue to thrive. What's next? Interested? Send in your CV or you can get in touch with Mike if you have any questions.
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
We're looking for a Lead Back-End Developer to join a top software business in Exeter with more than a thousand Leisure, Tourism, and Events businesses across the globe. They've grown significantly over the last few years and off the back of a very successful 2025, they are now looking for a hands on Lead Back End Developer to join the team (80% Back End, 20% Team Leadership). 2 days per week in Exeter office. What skills you'll be needing Experience in a technical leadership or senior developer role, ideally within SaaS or enterprise software. Significant experience with modern frameworks and languages (e.g., PHP, Go, Symfony, Laravel). Solid understanding of databases, APIs, and microservices. Experience managing technical roadmaps and stakeholder expectations. Confident working with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with reporting systems, data pipelines, and system configuration tools. Exposure to frontend frameworks such as Vue.js or React. Prior involvement in system re architecture or platform migration projects. What you'll be doing: The Lead Back-End Developer will drive the delivery and evolution of back-office systems, ensuring continuous improvements and enabling platforms to be high-performing, secure, and future-ready. This is a hands on leadership role ideal for a technically skilled senior developer who can lead a team, manage delivery, and act as a key technical stakeholder for core system components such as reporting, configuration tools, and customer/venue management interfaces. You will plan sprints, mentor and support team members, promote best practice, high coding standards and track and report on team performance. They will look for you to be able to review code, propose improvements and manage technical debt, modernising legacy systems. What you'll get in return: You'll receive a starting salary up to £58k and benefits including: an annual bonus scheme, a generous individual training budget per year to spend on courses or accreditations. You'll join the team with 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and your birthday off, but this will increase by a day a year (up to 30 days) to reward long service. This is a great opportunity to challenge and progress your career with one of the region's tech success stories as they continue to thrive. What's next? Interested? Send in your CV or you can get in touch with Mike if you have any questions.
Do you want to use your coding chops to help transform how businesses interact with the digital world? Our client is seeking a versatile Full Stack PHP Developer to build custom websites and applications that fuel real business impact in the Birmingham, AL, area! C2C is not an option with this job opening and all applicants should be able to work for any US Employer without sponsorship. Sponsorship is not provided and this person will not need to require sponsorship in the future. Benefits & Extras On-site role with flexibility for when "life happens" Creative, collaborative team with an entrepreneurial spirit Projects range from startups to established brands across multiple industries Be part of a vibrant downtown workspace Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays Compensation $70,000 - $100,000, depending on experience What You'll Be Doing Building responsive WordPress themes and Laravel applications from scratch Managing databases and optimizing queries (MySQL/MariaDB) Handling deployments in Linux-based environments Debugging, troubleshooting, and ensuring top-notch performance Collaborating closely with developers, designers, and PMs from start to finish What You'll Need to be Considered Strong grasp of PHP and object-oriented programming Proven experience in custom WordPress theme development Comfortable in client-facing conversations Familiarity with tools like Sage, Bedrock, Trellis, or Tailwind Love for creative problem-solving and clean code
Dec 16, 2025
Full time
Do you want to use your coding chops to help transform how businesses interact with the digital world? Our client is seeking a versatile Full Stack PHP Developer to build custom websites and applications that fuel real business impact in the Birmingham, AL, area! C2C is not an option with this job opening and all applicants should be able to work for any US Employer without sponsorship. Sponsorship is not provided and this person will not need to require sponsorship in the future. Benefits & Extras On-site role with flexibility for when "life happens" Creative, collaborative team with an entrepreneurial spirit Projects range from startups to established brands across multiple industries Be part of a vibrant downtown workspace Health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays Compensation $70,000 - $100,000, depending on experience What You'll Be Doing Building responsive WordPress themes and Laravel applications from scratch Managing databases and optimizing queries (MySQL/MariaDB) Handling deployments in Linux-based environments Debugging, troubleshooting, and ensuring top-notch performance Collaborating closely with developers, designers, and PMs from start to finish What You'll Need to be Considered Strong grasp of PHP and object-oriented programming Proven experience in custom WordPress theme development Comfortable in client-facing conversations Familiarity with tools like Sage, Bedrock, Trellis, or Tailwind Love for creative problem-solving and clean code
Description We're searching the farthest corners of the realm for a talented PHP Developer to join our energetic team at Tebex on a full-time basis. As the chosen one, you'll be at the forefront of the User-Generated Content (UGC) revolution, where your work will have a tangible impact on the gaming community, enabling creators to bring their visions to life. You will play (see what we did there?) a crucial role in shaping our technical landscape, driving innovation, and using cutting-edge technology alongside passionate and talented individuals who share your enthusiasm. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining our status as a market leader, ensuring the continued high performance and security of our platform. This role is a remote-first position, open to UK residents only. Responsibilities Develop robust PHP code to build new features of varying complexity. Investigate and resolve complex bugs and maintain and refactor existing codebases. Offer assistance on technical support queries. Share your unique knowledge and experience with the development team through code reviews and technical discussions. Consider and implement security and performance best practices in all code you produce. Enhance the user experience by making thoughtful suggestions and improvements to projects. Create powerful PHP potions in the Tebex alchemy lab. Requirements Eligibility to work in the UK. 5+ years of experience with PHP and Laravel, with a deep understanding of various development approaches and design patterns. Proficiency in automated testing (PHPUnit, feature tests, etc.). High standards and attention to detail. Strong communication skills. Receptive to feedback and open to new ideas, with a collaborative mindset. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to overcome challenges. Excellent potion brewing and alchemy skills; experience in harvesting invisible salamanders is a serious plus. About Tebex As part of Overwolf, the leading modding platform in the game industry, Tebex supports thousands of server owners and content creators on various platforms, including Minecraft, Rust, Discord, Ark, FiveM, and more. What you'll get Remote Work: Work from home or anywhere that works for you Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your peace of mind Stock Options: Be part of our shared success Wellness Reimbursement: Support for mental health therapy, fitness activities, classes, and related equipment Gaming Allowance: A dedicated budget for games and gaming equipment Vacation & Holidays: 33 paid days off per year (including UK bank holidays) Annual Compensation Review: Ensuring your package remains competitive and rewarding Personal Development Budget: For courses, training, and professional growth
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Description We're searching the farthest corners of the realm for a talented PHP Developer to join our energetic team at Tebex on a full-time basis. As the chosen one, you'll be at the forefront of the User-Generated Content (UGC) revolution, where your work will have a tangible impact on the gaming community, enabling creators to bring their visions to life. You will play (see what we did there?) a crucial role in shaping our technical landscape, driving innovation, and using cutting-edge technology alongside passionate and talented individuals who share your enthusiasm. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining our status as a market leader, ensuring the continued high performance and security of our platform. This role is a remote-first position, open to UK residents only. Responsibilities Develop robust PHP code to build new features of varying complexity. Investigate and resolve complex bugs and maintain and refactor existing codebases. Offer assistance on technical support queries. Share your unique knowledge and experience with the development team through code reviews and technical discussions. Consider and implement security and performance best practices in all code you produce. Enhance the user experience by making thoughtful suggestions and improvements to projects. Create powerful PHP potions in the Tebex alchemy lab. Requirements Eligibility to work in the UK. 5+ years of experience with PHP and Laravel, with a deep understanding of various development approaches and design patterns. Proficiency in automated testing (PHPUnit, feature tests, etc.). High standards and attention to detail. Strong communication skills. Receptive to feedback and open to new ideas, with a collaborative mindset. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively to overcome challenges. Excellent potion brewing and alchemy skills; experience in harvesting invisible salamanders is a serious plus. About Tebex As part of Overwolf, the leading modding platform in the game industry, Tebex supports thousands of server owners and content creators on various platforms, including Minecraft, Rust, Discord, Ark, FiveM, and more. What you'll get Remote Work: Work from home or anywhere that works for you Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your peace of mind Stock Options: Be part of our shared success Wellness Reimbursement: Support for mental health therapy, fitness activities, classes, and related equipment Gaming Allowance: A dedicated budget for games and gaming equipment Vacation & Holidays: 33 paid days off per year (including UK bank holidays) Annual Compensation Review: Ensuring your package remains competitive and rewarding Personal Development Budget: For courses, training, and professional growth
As a Lead Backend Engineer at Enigmatic Smile, you'll be responsible for guiding the technical direction of our backend services, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-quality, scalable, secure software that supports millions of global customers. You'll work closely with engineering managers, product teams, and cross functional stakeholders to architect robust systems, lead complex initiatives, and elevate engineering standards across the organisation. Security is a core requirement for Enigmatic Smile, so adherence to PCI and ISO policies is a must for all engineering roles. What do we do? Enigmatic Smile is a fintech scale up. We're a distributed team with headquarters in Glasgow, Scotland. Our customers are worldwide, and each region has its own requirements that we support through our platform. We're a visionary company enabling customers, retailers, rewards publishers and banks around the world to improve customer experiences. Who are we looking for? You're someone who brings leadership, ownership, and strong technical judgement to everything you build. You're proactive, collaborative, and confident making architectural decisions that impact multiple teams. You're comfortable mentoring developers, managing priorities, and championing engineering best practices. Our way of working We're a distributed team; the primary engineering locations are the UK and Portugal. Our wider team spans multiple continents. Day to day work is mostly in European time zones (GMT 2). Our working language is English. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel/office visits. Objectives of this role Lead the delivery of high quality backend software that is scalable, performant, and secure Drive architectural design discussions across multiple systems and teams Line management and mentorship of backend engineers through code reviews, pairing, and coaching Shape engineering standards, processes, and best practices Work with other senior engineers and product teams to ensure solutions are robust, maintainable, and compliant with PCI/ISO requirements Support the QA team and contribute to automated testing strategies Contribute to planning and participate in project management ceremonies Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver business critical features end to end Responsibilities Architect and build backend services and APIs powering our global fintech platform Own complex technical projects from design through to deployment Improve system stability, reliability, and observability across services Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues Advocate for performance optimisation, scalability and security improvements Ensure adherence to internal engineering policies, coding standards, and compliance frameworks Work closely with DevOps engineers to enhance CI/CD pipelines and production infrastructure Contribute to long term technical strategy and system roadmaps Provide leadership within the backend engineering group, helping shape culture and engineering excellence Extensive experience in backend engineering with PHP as a primary language (Laravel or similar frameworks) Strong knowledge of modern development tooling, testing methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices, caching, queues, and high throughput API design Experience with Docker, Git/GitHub workflows, and modern cloud environments Strong database experience (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB or Document based DBs) Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues across systems Ability to prioritise, communicate clearly, and lead delivery in a fast moving environment Understanding of secure development practices, PCI DSS, and ISO standards (beneficial) Desirable experience Experience with Phalcon framework Experience or strong interest in Go or Rust Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SNS/SQS, etc.) Experience with high scale, event driven architectures Experience with performance profiling and optimisation Experience mentoring or managing other developers As a scaling company, our benefits are evolving. As a minimum, you can expect: Salary: £75,000+ DOE Flexible working hours and ability to work abroad Collaborative, security first engineering culture. Professional development and certification support. 28 days holiday + local bank holidays Private Medical insurance + cover for dependants (Vitality)
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
As a Lead Backend Engineer at Enigmatic Smile, you'll be responsible for guiding the technical direction of our backend services, mentoring engineers, and delivering high-quality, scalable, secure software that supports millions of global customers. You'll work closely with engineering managers, product teams, and cross functional stakeholders to architect robust systems, lead complex initiatives, and elevate engineering standards across the organisation. Security is a core requirement for Enigmatic Smile, so adherence to PCI and ISO policies is a must for all engineering roles. What do we do? Enigmatic Smile is a fintech scale up. We're a distributed team with headquarters in Glasgow, Scotland. Our customers are worldwide, and each region has its own requirements that we support through our platform. We're a visionary company enabling customers, retailers, rewards publishers and banks around the world to improve customer experiences. Who are we looking for? You're someone who brings leadership, ownership, and strong technical judgement to everything you build. You're proactive, collaborative, and confident making architectural decisions that impact multiple teams. You're comfortable mentoring developers, managing priorities, and championing engineering best practices. Our way of working We're a distributed team; the primary engineering locations are the UK and Portugal. Our wider team spans multiple continents. Day to day work is mostly in European time zones (GMT 2). Our working language is English. This role is primarily remote, with occasional travel/office visits. Objectives of this role Lead the delivery of high quality backend software that is scalable, performant, and secure Drive architectural design discussions across multiple systems and teams Line management and mentorship of backend engineers through code reviews, pairing, and coaching Shape engineering standards, processes, and best practices Work with other senior engineers and product teams to ensure solutions are robust, maintainable, and compliant with PCI/ISO requirements Support the QA team and contribute to automated testing strategies Contribute to planning and participate in project management ceremonies Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver business critical features end to end Responsibilities Architect and build backend services and APIs powering our global fintech platform Own complex technical projects from design through to deployment Improve system stability, reliability, and observability across services Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues Advocate for performance optimisation, scalability and security improvements Ensure adherence to internal engineering policies, coding standards, and compliance frameworks Work closely with DevOps engineers to enhance CI/CD pipelines and production infrastructure Contribute to long term technical strategy and system roadmaps Provide leadership within the backend engineering group, helping shape culture and engineering excellence Extensive experience in backend engineering with PHP as a primary language (Laravel or similar frameworks) Strong knowledge of modern development tooling, testing methodologies, and CI/CD pipelines Strong understanding of distributed systems, microservices, caching, queues, and high throughput API design Experience with Docker, Git/GitHub workflows, and modern cloud environments Strong database experience (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB or Document based DBs) Excellent problem solving skills and the ability to debug complex issues across systems Ability to prioritise, communicate clearly, and lead delivery in a fast moving environment Understanding of secure development practices, PCI DSS, and ISO standards (beneficial) Desirable experience Experience with Phalcon framework Experience or strong interest in Go or Rust Experience with message brokers (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SNS/SQS, etc.) Experience with high scale, event driven architectures Experience with performance profiling and optimisation Experience mentoring or managing other developers As a scaling company, our benefits are evolving. As a minimum, you can expect: Salary: £75,000+ DOE Flexible working hours and ability to work abroad Collaborative, security first engineering culture. Professional development and certification support. 28 days holiday + local bank holidays Private Medical insurance + cover for dependants (Vitality)
Senior PHP Developer - Payments Team R&D London Senior Full-time Description We're on the hunt for a skilled and detail-driven Senior PHP Developer to join the Payments Development Team at Tebex. As our PHP Payments Master, you'll craft the core systems that power seamless, secure transactions for millions of gamers and creators worldwide. From designing robust subscription logic and integrating with payment gateways, to fortifying fraud prevention and compliance - you'll keep our payments magic flowing without a hitch. So if you're passionate about building reliable, scalable systems that make virtual economies thrive - we'd love to have you on our quest. This is a remote-first role, open to candidates who reside in the UK and are eligible to work there full-time. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Develop secure, efficient PHP code using the Laravel framework to power new payment features, from enhanced checkout flows to complex subscription handling. Debug and optimise payment processes, ensuring transactions run smoothly and reliably. Share your expertise with the team through code reviews, documentation, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Implement industry-standard security practices, including PCI DSS considerations, fraud prevention, and rate limiting. Integrate with third-party payment gateways and APIs while ensuring compliance with local and international regulations. Partner with product managers to refine and improve the payment user experience. Assist with technical support on transactions, refunds, disputes, and integrations. Occasionally conjure legendary PHP payment potions in the Tebex alchemy lab. Requirements 5+ years of experience with PHP and Laravel, including payment processing, subscription management, and API integrations. Strong knowledge of payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, Adyen, etc.), including webhooks, async flows, and retries. Proficiency in automated testing (unit, feature, integration) for payment scenarios. Keen eye for accuracy, security, and reliability in transaction handling. Excellent communication skills, able to simplify technical issues for non-technical audiences. Collaborative mindset with openness to feedback and new ideas. Strong problem-solving skills with both critical and creative thinking. Familiarity with compliance frameworks (GDPR, PCI DSS, PSD2). Experience handling multiple currencies, sales tax, 3D Secure, tokenization, fraud prevention, and disputes/chargebacks. Bonus Points Experience with brewing PHP fixes while fending off lurking chargebacks. About Tebex As part of Overwolf, the leading modding platform in the game industry, Tebex supports thousands of server owners and content creators on various platforms, including Minecraft, Rust, Discord, Ark, FiveM, and more. What you'll get Remote Work: Work from home or anywhere that works for you Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your peace of mind Stock Options: Be part of our shared success Wellness Reimbursement: Support for mental health therapy, fitness activities, classes, and related equipment Gaming Allowance: A dedicated budget for games and gaming equipment Vacation & Holidays: 33 paid days off per year (including UK bank holidays) Annual Compensation Review: Ensuring your package remains competitive and rewarding Personal Development Budget: For courses, training, and professional growth
Dec 15, 2025
Full time
Senior PHP Developer - Payments Team R&D London Senior Full-time Description We're on the hunt for a skilled and detail-driven Senior PHP Developer to join the Payments Development Team at Tebex. As our PHP Payments Master, you'll craft the core systems that power seamless, secure transactions for millions of gamers and creators worldwide. From designing robust subscription logic and integrating with payment gateways, to fortifying fraud prevention and compliance - you'll keep our payments magic flowing without a hitch. So if you're passionate about building reliable, scalable systems that make virtual economies thrive - we'd love to have you on our quest. This is a remote-first role, open to candidates who reside in the UK and are eligible to work there full-time. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Develop secure, efficient PHP code using the Laravel framework to power new payment features, from enhanced checkout flows to complex subscription handling. Debug and optimise payment processes, ensuring transactions run smoothly and reliably. Share your expertise with the team through code reviews, documentation, and knowledge-sharing sessions. Implement industry-standard security practices, including PCI DSS considerations, fraud prevention, and rate limiting. Integrate with third-party payment gateways and APIs while ensuring compliance with local and international regulations. Partner with product managers to refine and improve the payment user experience. Assist with technical support on transactions, refunds, disputes, and integrations. Occasionally conjure legendary PHP payment potions in the Tebex alchemy lab. Requirements 5+ years of experience with PHP and Laravel, including payment processing, subscription management, and API integrations. Strong knowledge of payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, Adyen, etc.), including webhooks, async flows, and retries. Proficiency in automated testing (unit, feature, integration) for payment scenarios. Keen eye for accuracy, security, and reliability in transaction handling. Excellent communication skills, able to simplify technical issues for non-technical audiences. Collaborative mindset with openness to feedback and new ideas. Strong problem-solving skills with both critical and creative thinking. Familiarity with compliance frameworks (GDPR, PCI DSS, PSD2). Experience handling multiple currencies, sales tax, 3D Secure, tokenization, fraud prevention, and disputes/chargebacks. Bonus Points Experience with brewing PHP fixes while fending off lurking chargebacks. About Tebex As part of Overwolf, the leading modding platform in the game industry, Tebex supports thousands of server owners and content creators on various platforms, including Minecraft, Rust, Discord, Ark, FiveM, and more. What you'll get Remote Work: Work from home or anywhere that works for you Private Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage for your peace of mind Stock Options: Be part of our shared success Wellness Reimbursement: Support for mental health therapy, fitness activities, classes, and related equipment Gaming Allowance: A dedicated budget for games and gaming equipment Vacation & Holidays: 33 paid days off per year (including UK bank holidays) Annual Compensation Review: Ensuring your package remains competitive and rewarding Personal Development Budget: For courses, training, and professional growth
A digital solutions company is seeking a Full Stack PHP Developer in Birmingham, AL, to build custom websites and applications. This on-site role offers benefits like health insurance and flexible working conditions. Candidates should have a strong grasp of PHP, experience in WordPress theme development, and excellent problem-solving skills. Compensation ranges from $70,000 to $100,000 based on experience.
Dec 13, 2025
Full time
A digital solutions company is seeking a Full Stack PHP Developer in Birmingham, AL, to build custom websites and applications. This on-site role offers benefits like health insurance and flexible working conditions. Candidates should have a strong grasp of PHP, experience in WordPress theme development, and excellent problem-solving skills. Compensation ranges from $70,000 to $100,000 based on experience.
A startup software company in the UK is seeking an experienced PHP Developer to join their growing remote development team. You will be responsible for developing and scaling backend systems using Laravel, integrating third-party payment APIs, and collaborating with front-end developers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of PHP experience and strong knowledge of Laravel and MySQL. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern technologies in a dynamic environment.
Dec 12, 2025
Full time
A startup software company in the UK is seeking an experienced PHP Developer to join their growing remote development team. You will be responsible for developing and scaling backend systems using Laravel, integrating third-party payment APIs, and collaborating with front-end developers. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of PHP experience and strong knowledge of Laravel and MySQL. This role offers the opportunity to work with modern technologies in a dynamic environment.
