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PHP Developer 12-Month FTC

Shoreham-by-Sea
£60k/yr
Posted about 14 hours ago
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PHP Developer (12-Month Fixed Term Contract)

Location: Hybrid
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum
Contract: 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Join Focus Group and Help Build the Future of Our Internal Platforms

At Focus Group, we're looking for a talented and passionate PHP Developer to join our Technology team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and enhancing a portfolio of business-critical applications that support our continued growth and innovation.

Working alongside a collaborative team of developers, QA specialists, and technology professionals, you'll be responsible for building new functionality, improving existing systems, and helping deliver high-quality software solutions that make a real impact across the business.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Developing new features, enhancements, and bug fixes across our bespoke CMS and CRM platforms.
  • Writing robust, maintainable code and comprehensive unit tests.
  • Collaborating with QA teams to ensure solutions meet acceptance criteria and quality standards.
  • Supporting development-related issues through a rotating support desk function.
  • Participating in Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, planning sessions, and team meetings.
  • Contributing to a variety of technology projects across the business.
  • Working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.

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Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience in a PHP Developer or similar software development role.
  • Strong experience with Laravel.
  • Solid understanding of JavaScript, jQuery, and Vue.js.
  • Experience working with SQL databases, ideally MariaDB or MySQL.
  • Strong HTML5, CSS, and Bootstrap skills.
  • Experience developing and consuming APIs, with knowledge of tools such as Postman.
  • Good understanding of unit testing and software quality practices.
  • Experience using Git and version control workflows.
  • Strong knowledge of the software development lifecycle.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
  • Customer-focused mindset with a passion for delivering quality solutions.

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Desirable Skills

  • Experience within Telecoms, MSP, ICT, or similar industries.
  • Exposure to CRM and CMS platforms.
  • Knowledge of cloud-based development environments.
  • Understanding of secure development principles and best practices.
  • Experience with.NET technologies.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployments.
  • Awareness of AI technologies and integrations, including Microsoft Copilot, LLMs, and AI-driven automation solutions.

Why Join Focus Group?

At Focus Group, technology is at the heart of what we do. You'll join a supportive, ambitious team where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged, and your work has a genuine impact on the business. This role offers the opportunity to work on meaningful projects, utilise modern technologies, and be part of an organisation that is continually evolving.

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