Lead PHP Full-Stack Developer
Salary: £35000 - £50000
Location: sheffield
Type: Full-time

We’re on a mission to become one of the UK’s leading creative agencies in content, design, and development, partnering with both businesses and the public sector. To make that happen, we’re looking for a versatile Mid to Senior Full Stack Developer with strong PHP, Laravel, and React expertise to help us craft exceptional digital experiences and web applications.

You’ll collaborate closely with our design, content, and strategy teams to bring bold ideas to life, building everything from websites to web and mobile apps to internal tools. Our portfolio already includes global brands like Warner Music and The Carlyle Group, along with public sector partners such as Barnsley Council, the National Coal Mining Museum, and The University of Sheffield.

This is not your typical developer role. We want someone ambitious, forward thinking, and ready to play a pivotal part in our growth — a developer who’s excited to push boundaries and help shape our journey to becoming a leader in the creative industry.

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
  • 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

Where will you be 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.

Why awesome.?

Now in our 9th year, we're expanding our in-house creative team while staying true to our people-first ethos. We value work-life balance and invest in our team’s development because happy, supported people make awesome work.

Perks

  • Annual leave: We offer 20 days annual leave plus all public holidays (28 holiday days).
  • Company pension scheme
  • Flexible working opportunities available
  • On-site facilities available at our studio space including showers, kitchen, private workspace, roof terrace and popular coffee cart.
  • Equipment provided: You will be provided with a suitable laptop to allow work within our studio and remote locations when required.
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.