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Location: Kidderminster
Salary: Competitive
Vacancy Type: Full time (Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week)
Closing Date: 12 Dec 2025
As an IT recycler and supplier of IT Services the company have overseen more than 3 million devices through the IT lifecycle and, as a result, are perfectly placed to provide their customers with guidance and advice through this complex market. They offer a huge range of additional services, such as IT spares and logistics throughout the UK, as well as datacentre and office relocations, configuration and build, bonded stock, engineers and project managers along with their hardware specialist IT brokerage service.
The Role
They are seeking an experienced Application Manager with strong PHP and MySQL development expertise to lead the delivery, enhancement, and support of their business applications. This role requires a balance of technical knowledge, leadership, and coordination skills to manage both onshore and offshore development teams. The Application Manager will play a key role in ensuring their applications are reliable, secure, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.
This is a full time opportunity (Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per week) to work in a dynamic, innovative environment with exposure to cutting‑edge technologies and enterprise‑level projects. In addition, you will work in a collaborative culture with onshore and offshore teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the full lifecycle of PHP/MySQL‑based applications, from requirements gathering through design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
* Provide hands‑on PHP and MySQL development when required, ensuring solutions are delivered to high standards of quality and performance.
* Lead and coordinate the work of distributed development teams across onshore and offshore locations, ensuring effective collaboration and consistent delivery.
* Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance processes.
* Conduct code reviews and oversee system integrations, upgrades, and migrations.
* Collaborate with business stakeholders, project managers, and analysts to translate business needs into technical solutions.
* Ensure applications meet security, compliance, and performance requirements.
* Manage release cycles and support the smooth transition of applications into production.
* Act as the escalation point for critical application issues, ensuring timely resolution and minimal business disruption.
* Mentor and coach developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement.
* Investigate and integrate new technologies to efficiently utilise third‑party systems to deliver high‑end services and integrations as appropriate.
Competencies & Behaviours
* Proven experience as an Application Manager, Technical Lead, or Senior Developer with a strong background in PHP and MySQL.
* Solid experience in object‑oriented PHP and database design/optimisation.
* Proficiency with PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter).
* Familiarity with front‑end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery).
* Experience working with version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
* Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate teams across multiple geographies (offshore and onshore).
* Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
* Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.
* Experience in managing large‑scale, enterprise PHP/MySQL applications.
* Working in a team environment delivering services with offshore and onshore developers.
* Office based to enable working with operational “Heads of” and designated team members.
* Collaborate with Department Heads to refine existing systems and services, aiming to enhance throughput, efficiency, and identify cost‑reduction opportunities.
* Commitment to maintaining current knowledge on technological advancements.
Benefits
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* On‑site fully equipped gymnasium and facilities
* 25 days a year annual leave plus bank holidays
* Staff discount online store
* Company events
* Membership to the company golf package where available
* Refer a Friend Scheme
* Mobile phone, tablet and high‑end laptop.
* Career development and progression opportunities.
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Contract
Job function
Information Technology
Industries
Software Development
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