PHP Technical Lead

We’re the leaders in outsourced calls, live chat and more, delivering brilliant conversations on behalf of businesses of all sizes. Fast-forward two decades and what started as a single, dedicated PA (who’s still with us today) looking after calls for a handful of local clients, is now a 1000-strong team working across two continents from our state-of-the-art UK headquarters in Wrexham, and our US office in Atlanta.

The role:

As a PHP Tech Lead, you will play a pivotal role in leading our team of PHP developers, overseeing the architecture, development, and maintenance of our PHP-based applications. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, provide technical guidance, and ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions that align with our business objectives.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of PHP developers, providing technical guidance, support, and feedback to foster their growth and ensure project success.
• Drive the design and development of scalable, secure, and efficient PHP applications in accordance with best practices.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, assess project feasibility, and propose technical solutions aligned with business goals.
• Manage project timelines, resource allocation, and sprint planning to ensure timely delivery of high-quality code.
• Conduct code reviews, implement quality assurance processes, and enforce coding standards to maintain code integrity.
• Stay updated with the latest PHP trends, tools, and technologies, advocating for their integration when applicable.
• Troubleshoot complex issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective solutions.

The person:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Proven experience in PHP development, with expertise in frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or similar.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including mentoring developers and leading projects from conception to deployment.
• Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and database design.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git), testing methodologies, and continuous integration/deployment.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively, and a collaborative mindset.
• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies(Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and project management tools (JIRA, Trello, etc.).
• Certifications related to PHP or relevant technologies would be a plus.

What’s included:

As a PHP Tech Lead at our award-winning headquarters in Wrexham, you’ll enjoy welcoming, spacious, state-of-the-art offices, plus communal spaces including a treehouse – we like to do things differently around here! You’ll also benefit from:

• Permanent contract
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Mental health support (through our Employee Assistant Programme) with access to an on-site mental health counsellor
• Access to our wellbeing room to help enhance your physical and mental wellbeing
• Access to a 24/7 doctor line
• Subsidised meals
• Free on-site gym access
• And did we mention our epic parties? We know how to celebrate in style!

We want to hire the whole version of you:

If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can help you to be at your best!