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Technical Lead – PHP (Naas)
Reports to: IT Manager
Hybrid: Need to be able to come into the office Min 3 days a week in Naas
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and adaptable PHP Technical Lead. This role combines hands-on development with systems maintenance and team leadership. You will play a pivotal role in delivering robust software solutions, supporting mission-critical systems, and stepping in for the IT Manager as needed to ensure operational continuity. This is a unique opportunity for a full-stack developer who thrives on responsibility, continuous improvement, and technical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
1. Software Development
* Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-quality applications using PHP.
* Collaborate with internal and external teams to deliver new features and product enhancements.
* Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code aligned with SOLID principles and Domain-Driven Design.
* Build and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless system integration.
2. System Support & Maintenance
* Maintain and support existing systems, troubleshooting bugs and deploying enhancements.
* Manage and optimize MySQL databases, including schema design and performance tuning.
* Document system architecture, workflows, and processes to ensure operational knowledge continuity.
* Support key business systems and integrations, including EDI workflows.
3. Technical Leadership
* Act as a technical point of contact across development projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
* Mentor team members, encouraging collaboration and best practices.
* Serve as a backup to the IT Manager, assuming leadership duties as needed.
Required Skills & Experience
* 5+ years of full-stack development experience, with a strong focus on PHP.
* Expertise with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Slim.
* Strong understanding of OOP, SOLID principles, and software architecture.
* Experience with MySQL database design, management, and optimization.
* Skilled in RESTful API development and integration.
* Proficient with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
* Familiarity with project management tools like JIRA and Confluence.
* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
* Demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions and perform peer code reviews.
* Self-driven with the ability to manage tasks independently and meet deadlines.
Education
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
* Industries
Software Development and IT System Custom Software Development
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