Senior PHP Developer
About Us
At Flat Rock Technology, we build the future!
Whether it’s helping clients grow their teams through staff augmentation, developing software that scales businesses, protecting companies from cyber threats, or managing large operational teams as an extension of each of our wonderful customers, we’re there to empower growth and drive impact.
With offices across the Globe: UK, Europe, South America, Sri Lanka, and the US, we’re a fast-growing global tech and staff augmentation organization delivering cutting-edge software development, data services, and business process outsourcing to clients worldwide.
We believe in innovation, ownership, and growing & developing our people. Your ideas matter here and your work truly makes a difference. Whether we're engineering powerful software, optimizing operations, or helping customers scale, we move fast, stay curious, and build with purpose.
Join a team that’s collaborative, ambitious, and always pushing for better.
At Flat Rock, we don’t just follow the future - we create it.
Main responsibilities:
- Design and develop scalable backend services and RESTful APIs
- Build and maintain modern full-stack applications using PHP, React, and TypeScript
- Develop and maintain custom WordPress themes and plugins
- Extend and integrate WordPress-based systems with custom backend services
- Architect and maintain scalable backend systems using Laravel
- Design efficient data models and optimize database performance
- Integrate third-party services and APIs into backend systems
- Ensure high performance, scalability, reliability, and security of systems
- Write unit tests and integration tests and maintain testing coverage
- Participate in system design discussions, code reviews, and architecture planning
- Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and engineering teams
- Contribute to architectural decisions and mentor other engineers where needed
Requirements:
- Higher education in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- 6+ years of full-stack software development experience building and maintaining production-grade web applications
- Strong proficiency in PHP and the Laravel ecosystem, including building scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and experience with Laravel queues, events, and ecosystem tools
- Experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL, database design, and data modeling and query optimization for high-performance applications
- Strong experience with React.js and TypeScript and modern frontend development (experience with Vue.js is a plus)
- Experience building custom WordPress themes and plugins, and extending WordPress functionality
- Experience with AWS cloud services, including deploying and managing web applications in cloud environments
- Solid understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices, and modern system architecture
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment workflows
- Experience with containerized applications (Docker) and modern development environments
- Fluent English and proven experience working in agile and distributed teams
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Experience working with headless WordPress architectures
- Experience building custom Gutenberg blocks
- Experience with GraphQL APIs
- Experience with modern frontend frameworks beyond React
- Experience optimizing WordPress performance and caching strategies
- Experience working on large-scale or high-traffic web platforms
- Experience working with Symfony Framework
What we offer in return:
- Competitive salary packages plus a range of region-specific benefits
- Clear career paths and opportunities for continuous professional development
- Exciting, meaningful work within a fast-growing international organisation
- Modern office spaces across the globe
- A vibrant company culture with regular team events and social activities
- Entertainment zones, team-building programmes, and local cultural celebrations
- Hybrid working options – enjoy the flexibility of working from home and the office
- Additional holiday days added the longer you’re with Flat Rock
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Only short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview.
We can’t wait to meet you!
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What's Next
1
Application Review
Once you submit your application, our HR Team will carefully review it and determine if you're a good fit for the role.
2
First Interview
If you pass the initial screening, we'll invite you for an interview where you'll have the chance to learn more about the position and our company, and we'll get to know you better.
3
Test Task
Next, we'll ask you to complete a test task that aligns with the requirements of the role. We'll provide you with clear instructions and a deadline.
4
Final Interview
After completing the test task, you'll have a final interview with the hiring manager for us to get to know you better and answer any remaining questions you may have.
5
Job Offer
If you're the perfect candidate for the role, we'll present you with a job offer that includes exciting benefits and perks!
6
Start Of A New Journey
Congratulations, you're now part of the Flat Rock Technology team! Get ready to embark on an exciting career journey and make a meaningful impact with us.
What Awaits You At Flat Rock
Professional Growth
We'll provide you with the training you need to thrive in your role and embark on a successful career journey.
Cutting-Edge Technologies
You'll have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies and industry best practices, ensuring you stay up-to-date and relevant.
Health and Wellness
We care about your wellbeing and offer private health and dental insurance with leading clinics in our locations.
Team Bonding
We believe in fostering strong relationships within our team through fun team-building events, office celebrations, and after-work drinks.
Career Development
We understand the importance of career growth, and our managers work with you to develop a career plan tailored to your short and long-term goals.
Modern Workspace
Our modern offices are situated in the heart of the city, designed to cater to your every need and support your success.
Continual Learning
Stay ahead of the game with our on-demand educational courses that help you deepen your skills and expertise.
Hybrid Opportunities
Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, offering a blend of in-office and work from home flexibility (up to 2 days) subject to management approval.
Professional Growth
We'll provide you with the training you need to thrive in your role and embark on a successful career journey.
Cutting-Edge Technologies
You'll have the opportunity to work with the latest technologies and industry best practices, ensuring you stay up-to-date and relevant.
Health and Wellness
We care about your wellbeing and offer private health and dental insurance with leading clinics in our locations.
Team Bonding
We believe in fostering strong relationships within our team through fun team-building events, office celebrations, and after-work drinks.
Career Development
We understand the importance of career growth, and our managers work with you to develop a career plan tailored to your short and long-term goals.
Modern Workspace
Our modern offices are situated in the heart of the city, designed to cater to your every need and support your success.
Continual Learning
Stay ahead of the game with our on-demand educational courses that help you deepen your skills and expertise.
Hybrid Opportunities
Experience the best of both worlds with our hybrid work environment, offering a blend of in-office and work from home flexibility (up to 2 days) subject to management approval.