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Software Architect - PHP
Do you want to join a genuinely world changing tech company?
We are working on behalf of a forward-thinking tech company, innovating cutting edge sensor solutions. With over £1m in recent funding, they're expanding rapidly and seeking a Software Architect (PHP) with AWS expertise to lead the development of next-gen software solutions.
As Software Architect, you'll design scalable, high-performance systems, integrating PHP and AWS to support cutting-edge sensor technology. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, reliable solutions for the food and pharma sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and architect robust, scalable software solutions using PHP and AWS, aligning with the specific needs of the client's industries whilst remaining mindful of the sensor's wider potential.
- Lead the design and development of new system features, integrations, and cloud infrastructure on AWS (e.g., EC2, Lambda, RDS).
- Build and maintain cloud-native architectures that leverage AWS services for efficient data storage, processing, and scaling.
- Collaborate closely with hardware engineers to ensure seamless integration of sensor data into backend systems hosted on AWS.
- Mentor and guide the development team, establishing coding, testing, deployment, and cloud infrastructure best practices.
- Ensure software systems are secure, scalable, and performant, meeting regulatory compliance standards.
- Keep up to date with emerging technologies in PHP, cloud architecture, and sensor technologies to foster continuous innovation.
- Troubleshoot complex technical challenges, particularly those related to cloud-based systems and sensor data handling.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Software Architect or Senior Developer, specialising in PHP and AWS.
- Strong experience with PHP, including familiarity with modern frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
- Extensive knowledge of AWS cloud services (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, API Gateway, etc.) and experience designing cloud-based solutions.
- Solid understanding of database technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or NoSQL databases.
- Hands-on experience with serverless architectures, containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud-native development.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within software systems and cloud environments.
- Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A genuine interest in technology and a passion for working on projects that impact industries such as food manufacturing or pharmaceuticals.
Desirable:
- Experience with IoT (Internet of Things) systems and sensor integration.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
- Knowledge of regulatory standards within the food or pharmaceutical industries (e.g., FDA, GMP).
Why This Role?
- Work with an innovative company at the cutting edge of sensor technology, impacting critical global industries.
- Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team where your expertise in PHP and AWS will directly contribute to the company's growth.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and the flexibility to work in a hybrid or remote capacity.
- Opportunities for continuous career development and personal growth in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
If you are looking to join a unique company on an exciting journey then please apply to find out more!
David Crowley - iO Associates
