Senior PHP Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer 

Reports to: Head of Engineering 

Location: Hybrid (Belfast or Cambridge) or UK remote

Hours: 32-hour week across a 4-day week (no salary sacrifice)

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000

Product: Evouchers - https://www.evouchers.com/

Who we are and what is important to us:

Beyond unifies three technology-driven brands, Wonde, Evouchers and Secure Schools. 

Each brand shares a vision to reduce the friction of adapting technology, to help customers navigate an often overwhelming area and provide powerful solutions that make their everyday life easier. 

The three brands run independently with the autonomy to continue to prosper although as part of the Beyond team, you’ll join a wider, supportive environment where you’ll be able to pull on the expertise and capabilities of the group. 

We do not limit ourselves to standing still. We look ahead and strive to disrupt the sector we operate in. We believe technology should not be complicated or overwhelming. It should do what it says - quickly, safely and efficiently.

Who Evouchers is:

At Evouchers, our desire to provide effective, simple solutions for our customers drives our innovation forward.

We specialise in assisting local authorities, housing associations, schools, and charities in disbursing funds for essential support and welfare services directly to where it's needed most.

Our Evouchers platform is a simple, efficient payment platform, providing organisations with a seamless method to distribute vouchers for free school meals, the Holiday Activities and Food program, household essentials, energy vouchers, and much more.

Dedicated to facilitating quick and easy access to support within communities, we are unwavering in our commitment to making a positive impact.

Job snapshot:

As a Senior Software Engineer for Evouchers, you will leverage your technical expertise and mentoring skills to foster a collaborative and growth-oriented environment. You will be responsible for driving best practices in software development, ensuring high-quality code, and helping shape the technical direction of our projects. Your ability to communicate effectively and inspire others will be key as you work closely with team members to solve complex problems and deliver exceptional results.

What you’ll be doing:

• Actively support the enhancement and ongoing development of our products, ensuring they meet evolving market demands and maintain high performance and reliability. 
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product vision and translate it into actionable development plans.
• Contribute significantly to the architecture, design, and implementation of both new and existing software solutions. 
• Work closely with product management and UX/UI teams to create scalable and user-friendly applications that align with business goals.
• Perform coding assignments while adhering to best practices and design principles. Collaboratively craft high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Oversee and support the shared codebase and advocate for continuous improvement through refactoring and optimising existing code.
• Establish and maintain common coding standards, frameworks, and best practices within the team.
• Contribute to shared code bases to promote code reuse and ensure consistency across projects. 
• Document processes and guidelines to facilitate onboarding and knowledge sharing.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure the accuracy, functionality, and security of code changes. 
• Provide constructive feedback to team members to enhance code quality and reduce technical debt. 
• Assess risks associated with code changes and advocate for improvements as necessary.
• Mentor and support associate to mid-level engineers, providing guidance on technical challenges, career development, and best practices. 
• Foster a collaborative learning environment where team members feel empowered to share ideas and seek help when needed.
• Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies for new features, ensuring high-quality deliverables. 
• Collaborate with QA engineers to identify and resolve issues before deployment, and implement automated testing where feasible to enhance efficiency.
• Identify and evaluate new technologies, tools, and methodologies to improve team efficiency and effectiveness. 
• Propose and implement process improvements that enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

What we’re hoping you’ll bring:

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively at a senior level, encompassing both mentorship and technical expertise. 
• Strong expertise in PHP and the Laravel framework, with a deep understanding of the language’s nuances and best practices.
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and experience applying these concepts to enhance project delivery and team collaboration.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and strategically.
• Capable of assessing complex problems, identifying root causes, and developing effective solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• A proactive, self-motivated attitude with a passion for technology and continuous improvement.
• Willingness to stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the team.
• Self-starter attitude, taking ownership and driving forward the work from conception to delivery.

Benefits

What you'll get:
Beyond is much more than just a place to work. It is a place to grow, innovate, excel and learn. We have tech people, creative people and people people, all focused on providing a superior customer experience. 

We value, support, and champion those we work with, promoting personal growth and happiness. We understand that our success depends on all our team members' collective energy, intelligence, and contributions, and we are committed to ensuring that our work environment is the best it can be. 

We value your commitment and have worked hard to create adaptable and comprehensive benefits packages to suit individual needs, although you can expect the below as standard:

• 4-day working week 
• Flexible working schedule/work-from-home opportunities
• Onsite gym facilities 
• Annual personal and professional development budget 
• Buying and selling holiday scheme
• Additional holiday for length of service
• Onsite trained mental health and well-being champions 
• Monthly lunch club (on us) 
• Comprehensive wellness programmes (think meditation retreats and continuous access to well-being apps/initiatives) 
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption benefits 
• Electric car scheme 
• Cycle to Work Scheme 
• Eye examination scheme 
• Financial contribution to the set up of work-from-home environments 
• Use of new and leading technology in the form of Apple products 
• Frequent company-funded social events
• Office closure between Christmas & New Year 
• Access to continuous learning and development opportunities
• Comprehensive employee referral scheme 
• Casual Dress Code

In addition to the above, you’ll have access to our ‘take your pick’ benefits scheme, which is tailored specifically to you and includes: 

• Enhanced pension payments
• Retail vouchers 
• Private medical insurance
• Dental plan 

If you're selected, we'll guide you through the following checks as part of our offer process:

1. DBS Check: Verification of criminal records.
2. Right to Work: Confirmation of legal work eligibility.
3. References: Automated verification based on HMRC records.

We're excited about finding the right person for this position! Due to dynamic market conditions, we're not setting a fixed application deadline. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, as we'll fill the role once we find the perfect match.

At Beyond, we celebrate diversity and are committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome candidates from all walks of life. If you need any accommodations during the application process, please don't hesitate to call or email us.

www.beyondco.com