Software Engineer
Posted 21 Aug 2026
Advertised as “Software Engineer - Next.js and Laravel”
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- Expected experience
- 1–3 yrs
- Management level
- Individual contributor
- Employment
- On-Site
- Contract
- Full-time
No salary listed for this role.
Job Description
We’re looking for motivated Junior to Mid-Level Software Engineers to join our digital website engineering team.
Specifically, we’re looking for people with experience in frontend development using Next.js, backend development with Laravel, and a foundation in Test-Driven Development (TDD).
Our web team has an exciting roadmap of work ahead of them, as we continue to scale and improve our customer offering. You'll be joining a collaborative team and working on projects ranging from dynamic web platforms to scalable backend APIs.
What you'll be doing...
- Develop and maintain web applications using Next.js (React-based framework) and Laravel.
- Collaborate with designers and backend developers to implement responsive and dynamic user interfaces.
- Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following TDD principles.
- Build RESTful APIs and integrate frontend with backend services.
- Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and technical discussions.
- Debug and resolve technical issues across the stack.
- Stay updated with best practices and emerging trends in web development.
What we're looking for...
Essential skills:
- 1–3 years of professional experience in web development.
- Proficiency with Next.js and React.js.
- Experience with Laravel (PHP) backend framework.
- Understanding and practical experience with Test-Driven Development (TDD).
- Familiarity with relational databases such as MySQL.
- Experience working with Git and modern development workflows.
Nice-to-have skills:
- Experience with Tailwind CSS.
- Familiarity with REST APIs.
- Understanding of CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working in an Agile environment.
What you can expect from us...
Meaningful work
You’ll be contributing to digital websites and initiatives that support our entire global business.
A standout workspace
Based in our purpose-built Radius Campus HQ in Crewe, you’ll enjoy:
- Modern, collaborative workspaces
- Onsite gym, café, and barista station
- A unique sports bar
- And yes… Doctor Who themed features throughout the office!