Find your next tech and IT Job or contract PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...) in Birmingham

The PHP developer creates websites and applications using the PHP programming language, which enables the generation of dynamic web pages and communication with the MySQL server. PHP can be used in three scenarios: without a framework (environment), with a proprietary framework (created by the developer), with an Open Source framework (Zen, Symfony, codelgniter, cakePHP). In collaboration with the project manager, they establish specifications in accordance with the client's needs and constraints. Based on this, they propose the most suitable solution and then develop dynamic pages using their preferred software tools: LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP), MAMP (Mac, Apache, MySQL, PHP) and WAMP (Windows, Apache, MySQL, PHP).

Discover the latest IT & tech jobs in Birmingham, a major center for software development and data analysis.

Your search returns 3 results.
Permanent

Lead IOS Mobile Developer

Gleeson Recruitment Group

Lead IOS Mobile Developer Birmingham (1 day per week in office) Salary: £55K An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead IOS Mobile Developer to join a rapidly growing company who are dedicated to sustainability. The Lead Mobile Engineer will play a pivotal role in enhancing the company's mobile and web applications, contributing to a vibrant and innovative work environment. The Lead IOS Mobile Developer will be responsible for the development and management of production systems, working closely with a talented IT team. This role requires a strong background in mobile development, particularly in IOS - Swift, and a passion for creating high-quality solutions that meet customer needs. Responsibilities: * Translate designs, wireframes, and user stories into high-quality solutions. * Develop intuitive, usable, and engaging interactions and visual designs for mobile and web. * Participate in the full development process from definition through design, build, test, release, and maintenance. * Research and track advancements in mobile/web application design patterns. * Cooperate with back-end developers in the process of building the RESTful API. * Management of one other mobile developer Skills needed: * Hands-on experience with core iOS frameworks such as UIKit, Combine, Core Data, and Core Animation. * Demonstrated expertise in Swift programming language and a proven track record of developing and maintaining iOS applications. * Deep knowledge of SPA best practices, architecture, and modularisation. * Familiarity with cloud message APIs and Push Notifications. * Proficient understanding of version control software such as Git. * Experience with Android mobile development, Angular, C# or other web development technologies is a bonus Any leadership or management experience is a bonus but also open to a senior candidate open to stepping up into a more leadership role, while still remaining hands on with the IOS development. If you are an enthusiastic and skilled Lead Mobile Engineer looking to make a significant impact in a growing company, please submit your CV for consideration. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Start date As soon as possible
Pay £50k-55k
Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Permanent

Senior Python Developer

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd

Senior Software Engineer (Python) Remote - 2 days a month in Birmingham £60,000 to £80,000 depending on experience Excellent opportunity for a front end software engineer with strong JS framework skills (React or Vue)and Python skills to join a fast-growing, tech focused start-up company, that have just gone through another round of funding and offer a unique autonomous remote role to help shape the company's growth. This company are specialists within Data Engineering, Data Science and Training Services and have recently secured another $525,000 in funding to accelerate their growth. They have been working with well-known brands like GymShark, Royal Bank of Scotland, Snowflake and SKY. This is a brand-new position that is needed through growth where you can really make your mark on the future of the business. In this role you will lead the engineering team in technical design discussion, while working closely with the CTO & Product function to design solutions for business-critical problems. This is a remote role, but you will need to spend 2 days per month on site in Birmingham (usually the first Thursday and Friday of the month). The ideal candidate will be a Senior Software Engineer with strong Python skills. Experience with JavaScript frameworks like React or Vue is key. Experience leading small teams is beneficial. This is a fantastic opportunity to get in at the ground floor of a fast-growing start-up company where you can make this role your own and help shape the growth of the business. The role: *Being a technical lead in a small but growing software team *Creating interactive content, games, and gamification services within the Data industry *Working in JavaScript, Vue and some Python *Remote, with 2 days a month required on site in Birmingham The person: *Proven software developer in commercial environments *Strong skills with JavaScript, Vue / React, Python *Beneficial to have AWS background, NoSQL, MongoDB *Experience working in start-ups, or smaller organisations that are rapidly growing beneficial *Able to commute to the office in Birmingham 2 days per month

Start date As soon as possible
Pay £60k-80k
Remote type Remote
Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Permanent

Senior Java Developer - Insolvency Service - SEO

Government Digital & Data

We have an exciting opportunity for a talented, enthusiastic Senior Developer within our Digital Services team. We are responsible for developing, maintaining and supporting the agency's line of business applications. The Insolvency Service is a leading Government agency which plays a crucial role in providing essential services to the public and to business. The work we do is important to the proper functioning of markets, the economy in general and support for thousands of people each year who are in financial difficulty. Inclusive and diverse teams are important to us. We welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including groups underrepresented in our workforce. The Insolvency Service strives to ensure that the agency is a safe, inclusive and welcoming place for everybody to bring their true self to work and to help the agency to achieve its diversity objectives. We have 10 active employee network groups available to join or become an ally, these include, Carers Network, Disability & Health, FACES Network Group, Grass Roots, LGBT+, Mind Matters, No Limits, Part Time Workers, The Shed, and Women's Network Group. We offer full-time, part-time, job share and flexible ways of working. We value capability, technical skills and experience and we place great emphasis on lifetime development to support our people. We encourage our employees to become more involved in areas they feel strongly about, whether it be for the benefit of the agency, though our Engagement network or in their own local communities via volunteering opportunities. The Insolvency Service is a great place to work, learn and grow your career! Job description Digital Services is a predominantly an in-house team, with a small 3rd party DevSecOps function. We've recently moved away from a hybrid development and support partnership, with the aim of bringing the function in-house. We are also consolidating our technology stack and moving away from legacy services, so this is a fantastic opportunity to help shape our digital services and the way we work for a sustainable, user centric future. We would love to for you to be part of that new team. Digital services is part of Change and Technology Services (CTS) who support and improve applications and systems across the agencies IT landscape. CTS provide key services including digital services, cyber security and information governance, service architecture and governance and digital programme delivery. Responsibilities: As a Senior Java Developer you will Support the Lead Software Engineer and Technical Architect support, improve and maintain digital services written using Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript and PL-SQL hosted on the Azure platform. Improve digital services in line with Government Digital Standards Promote a culture of knowledge sharing and the adoption of good practice. Assist the teams within Digital Services, offering them expert advice and guidance, including operations leads, product managers and QAT leads. Work with a multi-disciplinary team and business stakeholders, fostering good relationships and responding to views and challenges from others. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on efficient, effective delivery of high-quality digital services within the team and the wider agency. Transform government into a modern, agile development centre by embedding practices such as Behaviour and Test-Driven Development, continuous deployment, and DevOps Person specification The ideal candidate will have: Demonstrable knowledge of Java, HTML, CSS, JavaScript An understanding of a number of integration implementations including real-time, scheduled, API, batch and messaging services Experience of Springboot An understanding of the importance of good documentation Enthusiasm for sharing knowledge and mentoring others, supporting the team and nurturing its growth. Knowledge and experience of modern development practices such as BDD and TDD, CI/CD, and DevOps, modern development workflows, ideally using GitHub, as well as an understanding of modern design principles such as clean architecture, OOP, SOLID, RESTful APIs A good understanding of web application security and awareness of the OWASP Top 10 security vulnerabilities Please note: This vacancy is advertised across 11 locations; however, Stratford and Croydon are only available to current Insolvency Service Staff. The advertised salary includes London weighting, which is only applicable to internal candidates. Languages English Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Working Together Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: There will be an exercise, provided at the time of the interview, to assess the candidates coding skills and analytical approach.

Start date As soon as possible
Location Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Frequently asked questions about working as a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...)

What is the role of a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...)

A PHP developer is an expert who works with 'PHP'. It's one of the most common development languages for building dynamic websites. The professional participates in the technical and IT development phase of the site in question. They take into account the client's needs to be able to incorporate numerous functionalities on the site. They also respect the specifications and work in collaboration with the project manager.

How much does a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...) charge

The average daily rate of a PHP developer is about £400/day. It can vary depending on their level of experience and geographical location. The average annual salary for a PHP developer is £38K.

What is the definition of a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...)

The PHP developer is also known as a web developer, PHP engineer, and even computer developer. Their role is to create dynamic web pages via different frameworks (Zend, Symfony, Laravel, etc.), taking into account the needs of the client or employer. Through the specifications document, they can develop various services or websites. They recommend and implement technical solutions to design custom pages or adapt existing technical solutions. They ensure intranet integration, recommend the appropriate development tool, and validate the interface. It's a constantly evolving profession given the progress of the web. It also allows working in teams and making personal contributions to large IT projects.

What type of mission can a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...) handle

The PHP developer uses the PHP scripting language to produce dynamic web pages, and simultaneously ensure communication with the MySQL server. Here are their main responsibilities: • Ability to make proposals for server design and software architectures • Ensure Apache server configuration • Oversee the development and maintenance of websites and web services • Maintain and develop back office tools • Provide support for maintaining web systems in operational conditions To effectively carry out their work, the PHP developer collaborates with the project manager. The latter can pass on the specifications document that contains all client requests and constraints. From there, the expert can then choose the most suitable solution. They then develop dynamic pages using software suites. Once the site is developed, the PHP developer can intervene in case of bugs or to perform updates.

What are the main skills of a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...)

Obviously, the PHP developer must have perfect mastery of the main programming concepts. They must also know and master at least one of the following languages: PHP, SQL, or JAVA. This will mainly depend on the scope of their mission. The PHP developer is also expected to be very comfortable with CMS tools such as WordPress, or various frameworks. Experience in web development is also necessary to properly fulfill their duties. They must know development best practices, be able to understand the various project constraints (deadlines, expectations, budgets...), and be able to solve anomalies (origin, fixes, deployment). English proficiency is also required to understand different coding languages, such as HTML. The PHP developer must also demonstrate rigor, organization, be flexible and versatile, autonomous and curious. Even under pressure, they must remain efficient.

What is the ideal profile for a PHP Developer (Symfony, Laravel, Drupal...)

The advantage with this profession is that you can access it through self-learning. You simply need to gain experience. Nevertheless, it is recommended to follow training ranging from bac+2 to bac+5 to better attract recruiters. There are many training programs in France that allow you to acquire solid skills in PHP, and in development in general. Among the most common training paths to access this profession and become an expert in the IT field, there are professional bachelor's degrees, engineering schools, master's degrees in website creation, DUT in communication networks, and specialized computer science schools.

Connecting Tech-Talent

Free-Work, THE platform for all IT professionals.

Free-workers
Resources
About
Recruiters area
2025 © Free-Work / AGSI SAS
Follow us