PHP Software Developer

Job Overview We are looking for a PHP Software Developer (Symfony) to join our Digital Services team. This role focuses on building modern, well‑architected PHP applications with a tangible impact on environmental outcomes. You will work on data‑intensive web applications, enhancing established systems and building new ones, sometimes within a team and sometimes leading smaller projects.

Responsibilities • Work on a portfolio of data‑intensive web applications, from real‑time data collection, processing, ratification and reporting across national and international air quality and energy management systems. • Provide industry‑leading emergency response solutions for chemical emergencies, helping emergency responders quickly identify correct procedures when hazardous materials incidents occur. • Contribute to clean, maintainable code, lead development of projects, and proactively engage the wider team using Jira and Confluence. Essential Requirements Experience building production web applications with Symfony (6.4 or 7.4 LTS), using its component architecture, service container, autowiring and bundle ecosystem. Strong working knowledge of PHP 8.x and comfortable with PHP 8.4 features.

Experience with commercial PHP development. Strong knowledge of Linux, Nginx or Apache. Familiarity with Symfony’s frontend rendering, domain‑driven design fundamentals.

Well organised with a consistent focus on delivering high‑quality code. Ability to lead development of a project and engage broader team. Sound knowledge of front‑end fundamentals: JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap.

Desirable Requirements GIS‑related experience. IT or Computer Science degree. Interest in clean or hexagonal architecture, DDD or CQRS.

Experience with Symfony UX, Stimulus, and Turbo. #J-18808-Ljbffr