We are looking for a talented and versatile PHP / Full Stack Developer to join our MDTS team. In this role, you will play an integral part in our client services department, where you’ll be responsible for maintaining, updating, and building high-quality websites and web applications using our preferred framework, Laravel. Your work will range from developing brand-new features to refining existing functionality and occasionally tackling those pesky bugs.
This role requires a strong command of both front-end and back-end development, with the ability to deliver robust, scalable, and visually appealing digital solutions. You’ll collaborate closely with our designers, product owners, and other developers to ensure seamless user experiences and cutting-edge features for our clients in the automotive sector.
About us
For over 14 years, we have been at the forefront of automotive software and web development, building innovative tools and digital platforms that give our clients a true competitive edge. We specialise in creating powerful, scalable solutions that transform how our customers operate, consistently driving efficiency, growth, and innovation.
Who We’re Looking For (We want someone who:)
- Thrives on innovation and is driven to create outstanding solutions.
- Loves writing clean, maintainable code and takes pride in delivering excellence.
- Enjoys collaborating with team members to design and develop sophisticated web applications.
- Understands that our systems must be not only powerful and reliable, but also visually engaging, easy to use, and straightforward to maintain and upgrade.
- You will be confident in conceptualising, architecting, and delivering projects from idea to deployment, always keeping scalability and maintainability in mind.
PHP Full Stack Developer Key Responsibilities:
- Web Application Development: Build and maintain commercial web applications using Laravel, Vue.js, Nuxt.js, and REST APIs.
- Client Collaboration: Deliver professional, reliable solutions while building strong, long-term client relationships.
- Large-Scale SaaS Development: Play a central role in designing and developing high-volume SaaS solutions within the automotive industry.
- Continuous Delivery & Integration: Implement best practices in CD/CI to ensure smooth deployment cycles.
- Research & Development: Explore new technologies and present ideas to keep Nexus Point ahead in the automotive tech space.
- Testing & Quality Assurance: Write unit and functional test cases to maintain high code quality.
- Database Design: Work with relational SQL databases to design, query, and optimise data structures.
- Requirements Gathering: Work with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Mentorship: Participate in training and skills development for team members.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 3+ years of commercial experience with Laravel or another modern MVC framework (e.g., Symfony).
- Strong proficiency in PHP 7.1+ with solid OOP principles.
- Expertise in HTML5, CSS3/SASS, JavaScript, and responsive front-end frameworks.
- Experience with Git for version control.
- Understanding of cross-browser/platform compatibility, performance optimisation, and web server management.
- Familiarity with Responsive Web Design, semantic HTML, Open Graph Protocol, and mobile/social web technologies.
- Preferred experience in WordPress or other CMS platforms.
Desirable Skills
- Databases: MySQL / PostgreSQL or similar.
- Servers: NGINX, AWS, Docker.
- Front-end Frameworks: VueJS v2, Nuxt.js, or Angular.
- Tools & Protocols: SSH, FTP, S3, HTTP(S), XML, JSON, AJAX.
- DevOps & Cloud: Experience with AWS services and containerisation.
Our Tool Stack
- Development: PHPStorm, Sublime Text, VS Code.
- Version Control: GitHub.
- Project Management: Jira.
- Design & Prototyping: Figma.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£40k–£48k)
- Hybrid working (4 days from home, 1 day in office)
- Casual dress code
- Company events
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Private medical insurance
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday, 8-hour day shifts
Application Notes:
Applicants must live within a commutable distance to Winsford, Cheshire, and be willing to work from the office one day per week.
If you are passionate about building high-quality web solutions, enjoy working in a collaborative and innovative environment, and want to make an impact in the automotive technology sector, we’d love to hear from you.
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