About this role
Salary: £45,000 - 65,000 per year
Requirements: Strong commercial experience developing backend applications and websites using PHPGood knowledge of Laravel, its ecosystem, and modern PHP development practicesExperience with CMS platforms such as Craft CMS, WordPress, or similarUnderstanding of CMS architecture, content modelling, and bespoke website functionalityAbility to translate designs and requirements into logical backend structuresExperience integrating backend functionality with frontend websites and third-party servicesComfortable collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing work across multiple projectsStrong understanding of clean code, maintainability, and development best practicesDesirable: hands-on experience with Craft CMS, including custom modules, plugins, and CMS architectureDesirable: previous experience in a digital, creative, or web development agencyDesirable: experience with the Yii frameworkDesirable: familiarity with frontend technologies such as Vue.js and Tailwind CSSDesirable: experience developing APIs and integrating third-party servicesDesirable: exposure to complex content migrations or multi-site CMS environmentsDesirable: experience contributing to technical specifications, project estimates, and solution designFor senior applicants, experience taking technical ownership of projects and mentoring other developersEnjoys solving technical problems and takes pride in building well-structured, reliable solutionsValues collaboration, quality, creativity, and continuous improvement Responsibilities: Develop and maintain backend applications and website functionality using PHP and LaravelBuild and support CMS-driven websites, including bespoke functionality, content structures, and integrationsDesign logical content models and intuitive CMS architectures that make websites easy for clients to manageTranslate website designs, client briefs, and business requirements into effective backend solutionsWork closely with frontend developers, UX/UI designers, and project managers throughout the development lifecycleContribute to technical specifications, project scoping, and development estimatesDeliver clean, efficient, and maintainable code to agreed timelinesSupport website improvements, ongoing maintenance, and client retainersTroubleshoot technical challenges and improve website performance, security, and reliabilityCollaborate with the wider team to explore new technologies and improve development practicesFor senior developers, take greater ownership of technical architecture, code quality, and supporting less experienced team members Technologies: BackendCMSCraft CMSCSSFrontendSupportLESSLaravelMarketingPHPSecurityVueWebWordPressUX UI Design More:
We are an established, award-winning, employee-owned certified B Corp digital agency delivering high-quality websites and digital experiences for a diverse client portfolio. We are hiring a PHP/Laravel Backend Developer in Leeds, with hybrid working requiring three days onsite per week. The advertised salary is £45,000–£65,000 depending on experience, plus a discretionary bonus; the role is open to mid-level and senior developers, with technical ownership tailored to experience. You will work on varied projects, from content-rich marketing websites and bespoke CMS implementations to complex digital platforms and backend integrations, alongside frontend developers, UX/UI designers, and project managers. We place strong emphasis on quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, and offer excellent opportunities for personal and professional development.
last updated 41 week of 2026