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Senior Software Engineer, Crawley, West Sussex
Client: The Citation Group
Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom
Job Category: Other
EU work permit required: Yes
Job Views: 1
Posted: 22.08.2025
Expiry Date: 06.10.2025
Job Description:
Drive innovation, build robust backend systems, and shape the future of background checking as a Senior Software Engineer (PHP) at uCheck, recognized as a Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023.
What You'll Do:
* Design and develop high-performance, scalable PHP applications using Symfony framework.
* Modernize and maintain legacy PHP codebases with strategic refactoring approaches.
* Build and optimize RESTful APIs to power seamless screening experiences.
* Apply Domain-Driven Design principles to solve complex business challenges.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with React developers, software architects, and product teams.
* Contribute to architectural decisions and drive technical excellence.
Your Expertise:
* Proven track record as a software engineer contributing to production systems at scale.
* Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs.
* Exposure to cloud services and modern deployment practices.
* Proficiency leveraging AI assistants (GitHub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate development.
* Exposure to Symfony framework and understanding of modern PHP practices.
* Comfortable working with both modern frameworks and legacy codebases.
* Solid understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
* Knowledge of automated testing and quality assurance practices.
* Understanding of secure coding practices.
* Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams.
Why uCheck?
* Remote-first work with excellent work-life balance. We meet every 2 weeks at our Exeter offices.
* Continuous learning and growth opportunities.
* Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits.
* Access to 25 days holiday + birthday off.
* Healthcare and gym membership discounts.
* Opportunity to purchase extra leave.
* Pension contributions.
Ready to build exceptional backend systems and make a real difference? Join our award-winning team!
Apply now and let's revolutionize background checking together!
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