We are a UK-based tech team seeking a seasoned Full-Stack Software Engineer to join us as a remote independent contractor. You’ll work closely with our team to develop intuitive, data-driven applications that balance strong front-end experiences with robust back-end systems. We’re looking for someone who can thrive across the stack—React/TypeScript on the front, Laravel/PHP on the back—while contributing to team discussions, planning, and shared goals.

The Role

What You’ll Do

Design, build, and maintain server-side logic and APIs using PHP (Laravel)
Build and maintain front-end features using React.js, TypeScript, Redux, Tailwind CSS
Develop and manage databases (MySQL or PostgreSQL), application logic, and integration layers
Integrate with APIs (REST and GraphQL), documenting them using OpenAPI/Swagger
Implement security, performance optimization, caching (Redis/Memcached), and data protection best practices
Write clean, maintainable code and unit/feature tests (PHPUnit, Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress/Playwright)
Contribute to planning sessions, code reviews, and shared team objectives
Use Git for version control and effective collaboration
Provide daily progress updates while working in UK hours

Ideal Profile

Requirements

7+ years of professional full-stack development experience
Strong experience with PHP (Laravel framework, Eloquent ORM, Artisan CLI, Queues, Events, Middleware)
Expert in React.js (hooks, context, portals) + TypeScript
Solid understanding of JavaScript (ES6+), state management (Redux/React Query), and API consumption
Proficiency with MySQL/PostgreSQL database design, indexing, and query optimization
Strong testing experience on both back end (PHPUnit) and front-end (Jest, RTL, Cypress/Playwright)
Familiarity with build tools like Vite, Webpack, Yarn
Knowledge of performance optimization: lazy loading, code splitting, caching, memoization
Basic understanding of Docker and Linux CLI for development/deployment
Experience with UI/UX best practices and component-based design (Storybook a plus)
Strong English communication skills – written and verbal
Team player who can also work independently and manage their time

What's on Offer?

Work within a company with a solid track record of success
Great work environment
Work alongside & learn from best in class talent

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