Software Developer (PHP, Laravel, MySQL) – Mid-Level

Location: Bury (1 day hybrid after probation)
Working Hours: Core hours 9:30am – 2:30pm
Sponsorship: Not available

Overview

As a Software Developer (PHP, Laravel, MySQL), you will be working on the company’s in-house systems, supporting a range of live, business-critical applications across CRM, order processing, logistics, and customer management.

Initially, you will focus on bug fixing, maintenance, and day-to-day support, building a strong understanding of how the systems operate. Over time, you will become more involved in enhancements, redevelopment, and project-based work, helping to improve and evolve key parts of the platform.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders to support ongoing system improvements and contribute to the long-term development of our internal applications.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain applications using PHP and Laravel
Work with MySQL databases (queries, optimisation)
Support light frontend development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
Contribute to components built in Vue.js
Develop and integrate REST APIs
Handle bug fixing and issue resolution within live systems
Support ongoing system improvements and redevelopment of existing modules
Gradually take ownership of project-based enhancements as familiarity with systems grows
Work across multiple internal platforms, balancing reactive and planned work

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have solid experience working with PHP, Laravel, and MySQL within a commercial environment, with exposure to live production systems.

You will be confident working on backend functionality, with the ability to support light frontend development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Experience or exposure to Vue.js would be beneficial.

You should be comfortable working in a role that involves both day-to-day support and longer-term improvements, with a practical approach to problem-solving and a willingness to learn and develop.

What We Offer

1 day hybrid working (after probation)
Core working hours for flexibility
Stable development environment
Opportunity to work on real-world, end-to-end systems

Right to Work

We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants should have the right to work in the UK at the time of application.

About Crown Oil

Crown Oil is a family-owned and run fuel supplier based in Bury, Greater Manchester. We offer a wide range of career opportunities across our growing business, with a strong focus on development, progression and long-term careers. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we’re committed to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where individuals can thrive and grow with us.

Software Developer (PHP, Laravel, MySQL)

Software Developer role working on live in-house systems. Use Laravel, MySQL and JavaScript to fix issues, improve functionality and support ongoing development across core business platforms.