Salary: £30,000 - 44,500 per year Requirements: Proven experience as a PHP Developer Excellent knowledge of PHP and the TAILWIND/Alpine.js/Laravel/Livewire (TALL) stack and (LAMP) stack Proficiency in PHP with experience in PHP frameworks (e.g. Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter) 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 Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field (desirable) Zend Certified PHP Engineer PHP Development Certification MySQL Certification Responsibilities: Design, code, test, and debug our software applications, ensuring strong optimization and functionality Maintain and enhance existing software systems by identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes Integrate software components and third-party applications Ensure seamless integration between third-party software systems and those we use within the company Provide technical support to staff, troubleshoot issues, and implement bug fixes Assist in the training of staff to effectively use software applications 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 Optimize 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 Technologies: AWS CI/CD Cloud CodeIgniter Support JIRA Laravel Linux MySQL PHP PHPUnit Security Symfony Zend CRM Mobile Web More: We at Doocey Group are a family-run utility and civil engineering contractor with over 40 years of experience, anchored in strong, Black Country values. Our significant growth over the last decade has been driven by our commitment to delivering high-quality work for our clients, including National Grid and South Staffordshire Water. We pride ourselves on the strong relationships we build with our clients and subcontractors. As we approach a £100m turnover milestone, we invite you to join a business that values hard work, loyalty, and ambition. The PHP Developer position is crucial for our ongoing growth, supporting the continuous development of our in-house software system designed to meet our operational needs and be marketed to other civil engineering firms. This role is office-based in Tipton, where close collaboration with various stakeholders, including Directors and Senior Management, is essential. We value a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Please note, we operate with a preferred supplier list and do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies without an existing agreement. Upon submitting your application, you consent to us retaining your CV, application details, and personal information for current and future employment opportunities, stored securely and shared internally as necessary. last updated 5 week of 2026