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Doocey Group

PHP Developer (Mid-Level)

On site

Leeds, United kingdom

Mid level

Freelance

09-02-2026

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Skills

PHP Jira MySQL CI/CD Test CRM Training Linux Databases symfony laravel AWS Software Development Project Management Recruitment CI/CD Pipelines

Job Specifications

Job Title

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PHP Developer (Mid-Level)

Salary

Our salaries are competitive and reviewed regularly to ensure they remain fair and in line with the wider industry.

Location

Tipton (Office-based 5 days per week)

Our Company

Doocey Group is a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years’ experience built on strong, Black Country values. We’ve experienced significant growth over the past 10 years which we’ve achieved through consistently delivering high quality work on behalf of our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strength of our relationship with our clients and subcontractors and despite operating in a very fast-paced and often challenging industry, we will soon register a turnover of £100m, a significant milestone for the organisation. If you’re looking to join a business that values hard work, loyalty and ambition, you’ll feel right at home here.

The Role

The PHP Developer position is essential for the Group’s ongoing growth, supporting the continuous development of our custom in-house software system. This system, once completed, aims to be marketed to other civil engineering firms. It is a web and app-based platform allowing our employees and contractors to access services via tablets or mobile phones, fulfilling all our operational needs. These include payroll and labour costings, CRM functions, job allocation, operational costings, diary planning/scheduling, form creation and databasing, SHEQ requirements, vehicle allocation and HR functions with further plans to expand into the wider business. The role is office-based and requires close collaboration with various stakeholders, including Directors and Senior Management.

Responsibilities

Design, code, test and debus Doocey Group’s software applications, ensuring strong optimisation and functionality
Maintain and enhance the existing software systems by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes
Integrate software components and third-party software’s and applications
Ensure seamless integration between third party software systems and software’s used within the company
Provide technical support to staff, troubleshoot issues and implement bug fixes
Assist in the training of staff to use software applications effectively
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all software applications, including technical specifications and user manuals
Document development processes, changes and updates
Ensure that all software development activities comply with industrial standards and regulations
Implement security measures to protect sensitive data and applications
Collaborate with front-end developers and business stakeholders to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Optimise applications for maximum speed and scalability
Follow industry best practices for code management and deployment
Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our applications remain current and competitive

Technical Skills & Experience

Proven experience as a PHP Developer
Excellent knowledge of PHP and the Taliwind/Alpine.js/Laravel/Livewire (TALL) stack and (LAMP) stack
Proficiency in PHP and experience with PHP frameworks (e.g. Laravel, Symfony, Codelgniter)
Good understanding of the TALL stack specifically Livewire
Previous experience with test-driven development (PHPUnit, feature tests, etc.)
Ability to administrate cloud-hosted Linux servers and MySQL databases – preferably in AWS
Experience implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines
Ability to self-manage work using JIRA or equivalent project management tools

Qualifications & Training

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field (desirable)
Zend Certified PHP Engineer
PHP Development Certification
MYSQL Certification

Additional Information

Doocey Group value a diverse workforce and welcome applications form all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics.

Please note that we operate with a preferred supplier list and will not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies with whom we do not have an existing agreement. xlqdzyr

By submitting your application, you consent to Doocey Group retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for the purpose of considering you for current and future employment opportunities. Your information will be stored securely and will only be shared internally as necessary

About the Company

Doocey Group Utility Infrastructure Contractor operating nationally in the construction Industry. Providing a complete range of Utility and Civil Engineering Services including Multi-Utilities and Groundworks to developers as well as Single Services and Associated Works. Our services include: Water, Gas, Electric Services Multi Utilities Telecoms Pipelines Traffic Management Pipeline Resilience Directional Drilling Testing & Commissioning Diversions Full Infrastructure Packages Training Recognising that the key to our su... Know more