Job Type: Permanent
Salary: £55-60k
Location: UK

About the Company:

Our client is a successful accommodation services company, allowing not only agencies but also private landlords and accommodation operators to list on their platform. This ensures access to a wide range of housing options while giving these groups equal opportunities to compete for tenants. They offer a comprehensive property management software solution designed to streamline all aspects of property management—from contract signing and rent collection to referencing and deposit protection.


Role overview:

  • In this role, you’ll need to ensure best practices are followed, resulting in high-quality, maintainable code. You’ll collaborate with design and product teams to build new features, enhance app functionality, and define the technical roadmap.
  • Your work will involve developing web applications using PHP, Symfony, Doctrine ORM, REST APIs, and React/NextJS, while working with customer-facing teams to create consistent user flows and reduce operational queries.
  • You’ll test code for accuracy and performance, provide post-launch support, and write clean, scalable code. Additionally, you'll need to prioritise security, privacy, and up-time, regularly showcasing progress and foster team improvement.


About you: 

  • Passionate about writing clean, maintainable, and high-quality code.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
  • A team player who collaborates well with design, product, and customer-facing teams.
  • Able to balance user experience considerations with security and performance needs.
  • Comfortable with a full development lifecycle, from planning to post-launch support.
  • Committed to delivering enjoyable, user-friendly software that works across various devices and environments.


Essential Experience:

  • Proficient in PHP and Symfony components.
  • Experience with REST APIs and front-end frameworks like React/NextJS.
  • Strong understanding of Doctrine ORM.
  • Ability to develop robust, full-stack web applications.
  • Familiarity with automated testing tools and methodologies.


Desirable Experience

  • Proficient in Git, with experience managing workflows, writing clear commit messages, and collaborating on pull requests.
  • Familiarity with back-end database-driven applications and how they integrate with RESTful APIs.
  • Experience designing and developing B2B applications.
  • Knowledge of continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) processes.
  • Good understanding of web design, including CSS and frameworks such as Tailwind or Bootstrap, along with tools like SASS/LESS.


Benefits:

  • Company pension contributions, with increased contributions after 3 years.
  • Flexible work-from-home options (up to 3 days per week).
  • 24 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), increasing to 26 days after 3 years, with the potential to reach 30 days.
  • Option to work abroad for up to 2 weeks per year after 1 year of service.
  • Private UK GP access, annual eye test contributions, and flu jab coverage.
  • 24/7 counselling service plus 6 private therapy sessions.
  • Up to £650 per year for individual learning after 1.5 years.
  • Employee discounts on over 3,000 exclusive offers.
  • Monthly team lunches and quarterly company socials.
  • £360 desk and chair expense policy for remote working.