Lead PHP Full-Stack Developer
Salary: £30000 - £45000
Location: sheffield
Type: Full-time

We’re on a mission to become one of the UK’s leading creative agencies across content, design, and development, partnering with both businesses and the public sector. To help drive that vision, we’re looking for a talented, versatile Mid to Senior Full-Stack Developer with exceptional PHP, Laravel, and React skills to help us deliver outstanding digital experiences and push the boundaries of what’s possible. You’ll work closely with our design, content, and strategy teams to bring ideas to life, building everything from websites to web and mobile apps, internal tools, and immersive 3D web experiences. We’ve already partnered with global names like Warner Music and The Carlyle Group, as well as public institutions including Barnsley Council, the National Coal Mining Museum, and The University of Sheffield. This isn’t your average dev role. We’re looking for someone ready to play a key role in our growth, someone ambitious, forward-thinking, and eager to become a driving force in our journey to becoming a creative industry leader.

You should be someone who: 

  • Builds modern web apps using Laravel and React 
  • Can create robust, secure APIs with Laravel Passport, and understands the principles behind OAuth 2 and security best practices 
  • Brings Figma designs to life as visually impressive, animation-rich websites 
  • Writes clean, maintainable front-end code using Sass and follows BEM conventions for scalable CSS architecture 
  • Has a solid understanding of accessibility standards, or is keen to learn how to implement them properly
  • Is comfortable managing servers using deployment tools like Laravel Forge and Envoyer 
  • Knows their way around setting up a Ubuntu web server via the command line 
  • Is confident working with Git for version control, and has experience using Redis and MySQL in production environments 
  • Has a love–hate relationship with Jira (we get it) 
  • Enjoys collaborating with designers and other creative minds to make great work happen 
  • Is a natural leader who’s excited by the opportunity to help grow the development team and eventually step into a management role
Why work with awesome.?

We’re not just about getting the job done – we’re about doing it brilliantly, with purpose, and with a good splash of personality. We're about doing work that matters, with people who care. Our team is a friendly, creative bunch that loves to collaborate, celebrate big ideas, and have a laugh along the way. 

Here, you’ll grow, innovate, and feel genuinely valued. Got a spark of an idea? We’re all ears. Need support? We’ve got your back. It’s a place where your work will shine, your voice will be heard, and Mondays won’t feel like Mondays anymore.

Let’s create something awesome together.

Professional development opportunities

We’re committed to helping you grow. Whether through workshops, training sessions, or mentoring, we encourage you to take on new challenges and develop your skills, because when you grow, we grow.

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. You’ll work alongside a passionate and talented team where everyone’s ideas are heard and valued.

Annual leave

We believe in work-life balance, and that means time to rest and recharge! You’ll receive 20 days of annual leave plus all the bank holidays (28 days in total).

 

Company pension scheme

Your future matters to us. That’s why we offer a company pension scheme to help you plan ahead, and feel secure about your financial future. We’re here to support you now and down the road. 

Work socials and awesome. days

We work hard, but we play hard too! Regular work socials and team get-togethers are a great way to unwind, build relationships, and have fun with your colleagues. There’s always something in the works. 

Family perks and support

Life’s busy, especially when you’ve got family to look after. That’s why we offer flexible working hours and support around childcare and important events, so you can balance your work and personal life without missing a thing. 

Equipment provided

You’ll receive a laptop that’s perfect for both studio and remote work, ensuring you’re set up to succeed wherever you are.

Flexible working

You can work from home, our Sheffield office, or our Barnsley office. We do ask that you’re within easy travel distance of Barnsley and Sheffield, as we’ll have monthly in-person meetups and on-site days when required for client workshops or team sessions.