Software Engineer (Laravel PHP)

Job Title : Software Engineer (Laravel PHP)

Industries : Fintech, Legaltech, Edutech

Location : Eastbourne (hybrid working)

We’re looking for a talented Software Engineer (Laravel PHP) to join our growing team and build technology solutions that make a real difference. The ideal person will have a strong understanding of Laravel PHP, CSS, HTML5 and GIT, and be comfortable working with various frameworks, including React and Vue.

Who we are

AxisOps is a consultancy-led software engineering business that designs, builds, and operates intelligent software platforms. We work with fast-moving organisations in the Fintech , Legaltech , and Edutech sectors to deliver automation, infrastructure, and compliance-ready solutions that scale.

We partner closely with our clients to navigate complexity and bring ideas to life – from design and architecture through to production and operations. Our strength lies in software delivery, supported by deep expertise in platform engineering, built on an understanding of private cloud-native infrastructure, observability, and DevSecOps.

Our culture

We value sharp thinking, clear communication, and teams that look out for each other. At AxisOps, our core values are:

• Ingenuity – solving hard problems with elegant tools
• Diligence – building properly, testing deeply, documenting clearly
• Accountability – owning outcomes, not just tasks
• Social Responsibility – writing code and designing systems that serve humans and society in an AI world

We don’t do hype. We do repeatable infrastructure, design-first thinking, and clear feedback loops. You’ll be part of a team that believes good engineering culture is built one decision at a time.

What you’ll be doing

• Craft top-notch, scalable, secure software services and platforms , using an event-driven microservices architecture.
• Develop clean, efficient, and maintainable web applications using Laravel
• Write modular, reusable code following industry best practices
• Maintain server-side logic to support front-end functionality and ensure seamless application performance
• Work with backend technologies and protocols (e.g. RESTful APIs, queues)
• Handle complex workflows and business logic to meet application requirements
• Design and optimise database schemas to ensure data integrity and efficient relationships
• Utilise caching strategies (e.g. Redis, Memcached) for performance enhancement
• Collaborate with infrastructure teams to monitor and improve system performance
• Write comprehensive test cases for edge and performance scenarios
• Debug production and development issues with stakeholders
• Integrate external APIs and services securely and efficiently
• Design and implement internal APIs for microservices and front-end applications
• Collaborate with Machine Learning Engineers , Front-End Developers, UI/UX Designers and Product Managers
• Participate in sprint planning , standups and retrospectives
• Share knowledge with junior engineers and onboard new team members
• Maintain detailed documentation for codebase, architecture and design decisions
• Document APIs, endpoints and database structures for seamless integration
• Write deployment procedures and troubleshooting guides for operations teams

Note: this role requires you to work from our Eastbourne (UK) office Tuesday-Thursday every week (Mondays and Fridays can be remote).

What you’ll bring

Required:

• Proficiency in PHP with extensive experience in Laravel
• Solid understanding of database design and management (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc)
• Experience with event-driven microservices architecture
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD pipelines
• Strong problem-solving skills and debugging expertise
• Experience in building and consuming APIs (RESTful, JSON)
• Knowledge of testing methodologies (PHPUnit, Pest, etc)
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred but not required:

• Knowledge of Kubernetes and Linux
• Familiarity with additional languages such as TypeScript, Python, and Rust

Why join us?

We're all about the excitement of crafting great software, and the enjoyment of growing and learning together as a team. This role is your ticket to explore new skills and technologies, crafting solutions that benefit society and promote ethical and responsible development practices.

Our Benefits

• Financial wellbeing : A competitive salary, pension with salary sacrifice, and a flexible benefits platform that stretches your money further – from high street discounts and gym memberships to free financial guidance and salary sacrifice options like Childcare Vouchers and Electric Vehicle leasing
• Work-life balance : 28 days of holiday, including bank holidays, to help you recharge and unwind
• Great kit : A high-spec laptop and screen as standard, with the option of additional high-spec kit for home office use
• Flexibility : Monday and Friday working from home, with Tuesday-Thursday in our newly refurbished Eastbourne office, complete with a selection of drinks and snacks
• Wellness : Access to an Employee Assistance Portal and online GP appointments when you need support
• Belonging : Regular opportunities to connect, including monthly Insight Hours, team lunches, and our annual summer and Christmas socials

How to apply

Apply via LinkedIn of send your CV and a short cover letter to jobs@axisops.com , including “Software Engineer” in the subject line. Feel free to share links to repos or software you’ve built. Applications are open until 29/08/25 .

AxisOps is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Strictly no agencies please.