

Description
Title
Senior Full Stack Software Developer
Job Function
Full Stack Software Developer - Laravel
Company industry
Publishing, E-Learning, Education
Role overview
We are currently developing a centralised, job scheduling solution in Laravel framework, utilising queue management through Horizon and Laravel’s job runners. Experience of both technologies within Laravel are a must as this will enable you to further enhance the capabilities of the solution.
Whilst this is a technical role, we would still expect you to be able to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels including with key stakeholders. Packt prides itself on being a global, remote company and its successes are heavily reliant upon communication skills and as such would expect you to uphold this requirement too.
About Packt
Packt is a leading publisher of technical learning content with the ability to publish books on new and emerging tech faster than any other publisher in the world. We believe that software has a deep impact on the world, and that software runs on knowledge. Our mission is to increase the shared value of deep tech knowledge. We are tech content engineers, and we work with some of the most interesting technical minds and ground-breaking creators on the planet. For more details, see http://www.packt.com/" target="_blank">www.packt.com
About the Team
You will become a pivotal member of the Platforms team who are responsible for developing and maintaining internal and external solutions to assist in the exposure of data across the Packt domain.
We are a delivery-focused team who enjoy actively developing our own skills through the use of newer technologies and methodologies from front-end to back-end.
The team is one that is always evolving and delivering but equally we like to enjoy what we do as well, laughter, humor and a desire to achieve will serve you well as part of the Platforms team for sure.
What you’ll do?
We expect you to have at least 6 years full-time experience in building software solutions in PHP with demonstratable experience of utilizing the Laravel framework. who can develop complex solutions around business requirements and driving innovation forward? We would expect you to drive the adoption of Laravel across the squad and business and to help peers to understand the benefits and wider eco-system of Laravel.
Who you are?
To provide a summary, we are looking for someone with the following skills, although not exhaustive:
* An expert level knowledge of PHP around OOP principles and understands the need for design patterns and code structure
* Not only has utilized Laravel but has worked on production Laravel systems. You will be aware of the latest trends within the Laravel Eco-system and the tool offerings it provides
* Some experience of JavaScript frameworks such as Angular or React is a must, given your exposure to Laravel this would usually develop naturally.
* Any knowledge of SharePoint, it is API’s and the way it works would be highly beneficial as we have recently adopted SharePoint in order to facilitate several business processes
* You will understand and be able to demonstrate your understanding of Docker and Docker-Compose. Given your experience you should be able to discuss potential Docker architectures to help support our business systems and assist with implementation.
* You will be a great communicator, being able to converse with your peers and stakeholders in both technical & non-technical situations.
* A deep understanding of the use of a git-based workflow system and git-flow
* Experience on below skills is mandatory:
PHP, Laravel (4+ years), Horizon, MySQL, HTML, CSS, (Angular or React Js), REST API
* Experience on Docker, Tailwind CSS, SuiteCRM (any) is an advantage
Do not worry, we are not expecting you to be an expert in all the above skills but having exposure to them would certainly assist in your application.
Why work at Packt?
We recognize how important our people are and acknowledge and support the things that are important to them. We focus on the full employee experience. We aim to create a positive working environment that supports personal and collective development – where our people can not only grow their skill sets, continuously challenge themselves, and develop their careers, but also work together as a team and with our customers.
We try to achieve this by:
- Ensuring a positive working environment for all employees, supportive of flexible and remote work.
- Supporting individual development through growth opportunities and internal mobility.
- Encouraging social collaboration within teams and communities and knowledge-sharing.
- Fostering a culture that supports a healthy work-life balance.
We seek to achieve this by:
- Providing a broad range of benefits and initiatives.
- Advocating a healthy lifestyle where wellbeing is seen as an essential responsibility.
- Celebrating success stories and encouraging peer-to-peer recognition.
- Fostering a culture of self-development.
- Providing a work environment where the best idea wins, and challenge is encouraged.
Benefits
You will also have access to a range of flexible benefits that are designed to help you make the most of your time with us.
- Bonus scheme
- 21 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays)
- Pension contribution
- Insurance
- Flexible hours: choose how, when and where you work.
Employment type
Full-time
Seniority level
Senior level

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