Job Title: Lead PHP Developer / Technical Lead Location: Exeter (Hybrid Working) Salary: £70,000 -£80,000 About the Role Our client, a rapidly growing SaaS company based in Exeter, is looking for a Lead PHP Developer / Technical Lead to join their development team. This role is a blend of technical leadership and hands-on development, with a primary focus on mentoring developers, managing projects, and ensuring high-quality software delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and support a team of PHP developers, providing coaching and guidance. Oversee technical decisions, architecture, and best practices. Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality, maintainable code. Collaborate with product, QA, and design teams to ensure smooth project delivery. Manage development timelines, resource allocation, and identify potential blockers. Drive improvements in processes, tooling, and system scalability. Support AWS deployments and cloud infrastructure management. About You Strong PHP development background, with experience in frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Yii. Proven leadership experience in a technical role, ideally within a SaaS environment. Experience with AWS, Docker, Git, and MySQL. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills. Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Skills Experience with Node.js or other backend technologies. Familiarity with frontend frameworks like Vue.js or Angular. Exposure to Firebase or real-time services.