Senior Software Engineer
Job in
Bolton, Greater Manchester, CA16, England, UK
Listed on 2025-12-13
Listing for:
JR United Kingdom
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-13
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Software Engineer, Senior Developer, Full Stack Developer, Backend Developer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Client:The Citation Group
Location:bolton, greater manchester, United Kingdom
Job Category:Other
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EU work permit required:Yes
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Posted:22.08.2025
Expiry Date:06.10.2025
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Job Description:? Senior Software Engineer (PHP) | uCheck | Sunday Times Best Place to Work 2023 ?
Drive Innovation, Build Robust Backend Systems, Shape the Future of Background Checking
? What You'll Do:
- Design and develop high-performance, scalable PHP applications using Symfony framework
- Modernize and maintain legacy PHP codebases with strategic refactoring approaches
- Build and optimize RESTful APIs to power seamless screening experiences
- Apply Domain-Driven Design principles to solve complex business challenges
- Collaborate cross-functionally with React developers, software architects, and product teams
- Contribute to architectural decisions and drive technical excellence
? Your Expertise:
- Proven track record as a software engineer contributing to production systems at scale
- Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs
- Exposure to cloud services and modern deployment practices
- Proficiency leveraging AI assistants (Git Hub Copilot, Claude, ChatGPT) to accelerate development
- Exposure to Symfony framework and understanding of modern PHP practices
- Comfortable working with both modern frameworks and legacy codebases
- Solid understanding of software architecture and design patterns
- Knowledge of automated testing and quality assurance practices
- Understanding of secure coding practices
- Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams
? Why uCheck?
- Remote-first work with excellent work-life balance. We meet every 2 weeks at our Exeter offices
- Continuous learning and growth opportunities
- Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits
- Access to 25 days holiday + birthday off
- Healthcare and gym membership discounts
- Opportunity to purchase extra leave
- Pension contributions
Ready to build exceptional backend systems and make a real difference? Join our award-winning team!
Apply now and let's revolutionise background checking together!
#J-18808-LjbffrPosition Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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