Job Overview
Company logo: https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/v2/D4E0BAQEC8oWjjo5OIw/company-logo_400_400/company-logo_400_400/0/1719836519193/trust_in_soda_logo?e=1746057600&v=beta&t=szRLxcaXz1kMEaXBEXw1gYz6EFjgWS95GUqQIVU4NUc Lead PHP Engineer
My client are looking for an engineer with a passion for problem-solving, mentoring, and building high-quality products is needed to take on the role of Tech Lead. This position offers the opportunity to guide a small but talented team, shaping the future of a widely used ticketing platform.
This is a hands-on role where collaboration with Product is key, ensuring the team is focused on the right priorities while driving improvements in quality, security, and performance. The Tech Lead will also play a vital role in coaching and developing engineers, supporting their growth and success.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead a team responsible for maintaining and improving a core platformWork closely with Product to design simple, effective solutionsEnsure high-quality, secure, and scalable development practicesSupport and mentor engineers, helping them progress in their careers
Technology StackPHP (Laminas & Mezzio – these frameworks not essential)MySQL (RDS), with a focus on performance and scalabilityAWS (CloudFormation, EC2, S3, Lambda)CloudflareCI/CD & Version ControlJavaScript A strong emphasis on best practices and secure development principles
Ideal CandidateExperienced in leading and supporting teams while remaining hands-onFocused on delivering practical, high-impact solutions rather than chasing perfectionThrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environmentCommitted to building secure, scalable, and maintainable systems
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated technical leader to take ownership, shape a product, and make a real impact.