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    Lead PHP Developer

    Haystack People
    Utrecht Fulltime €4.500 - €6.500 (plus 8% vakantiegeld) 2026-08-30

    About Haystack People

    This organization is an IT partner specializing in custom software solutions, websites, and applications for non-profit and commercial clients, ranging from SMEs to large banks, government bodies, and the non-profit sector. With a team of about 20 in-house colleagues and a network of external freelancers, they've successfully delivered projects for notable clients like Robidus, Koninklijke Horeca Nederland, and UMC Utrecht. They foster an informal culture with direct communication, encouraging self-initiative and continuous personal and professional development through internal and external training and conference attendance.

    About the Position

    Introduction

    Are you a Lead Developer eager to work with an IT partner dedicated to providing tailor-made solutions for non-profit and commercial organizations such as Robidus, Koninklijke Horeca Nederland, and UMC Utrecht? This role offers the chance to work on complex and challenging projects within an informal environment that highly values personal initiative and development.

    Responsibilities

    • Design, develop, and implement high-quality software solutions using technologies like PHP, Laravel, Symfony, MySQL, Redis, AWS, Docker, and Vue.js.
    • Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of developers, designers, and project managers.
    • Coach and mentor junior and medior developers, ensuring code quality.
    • Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving development processes.
    • Contribute to architectural decisions and technological innovations.
    • Act as a crucial link between the development team and clients.

    Requirements

    • Minimum of 5 years of experience in PHP development.
    • Completed HBO/WO degree (Bachelor's/Master's) in Computer Science or a related field.
    • Excellent knowledge of PHP, Laravel, and/or Symfony.
    • Experience with MySQL, Redis, AWS, Docker, and Vue.js.
    • Strong communication skills, capable of advising and convincing both internal and external stakeholders.
    • Team player with experience in coaching and mentoring junior and medior developers.
    • Proactive and results-oriented mindset.
    • Dutch language skills preferred (working knowledge required for this role based in the Netherlands).

    Benefits

    • Opportunities for personal development and career growth.
    • Internal and external training and courses.
    • Possibility to attend relevant conferences.
    • Company laptop and phone.
    • Excellent pension scheme.
    • Travel allowance.
    • 25 vacation days.
    • Flexible working hours and hybrid work options.
    • Informal work atmosphere with friendly colleagues and regular social events and team outings.

    About Company

    This organization is an IT partner specializing in custom software solutions, websites, and applications for non-profit and commercial clients, ranging from SMEs to large banks, government bodies, and the non-profit sector. With a team of about 20 in-house colleagues and a network of external freelancers, they've successfully delivered projects for notable clients like Robidus, Koninklijke Horeca Nederland, and UMC Utrecht. They foster an informal culture with direct communication, encouraging self-initiative and continuous personal and professional development through internal and external training and conference attendance.

    How to Apply

    If you are the Lead PHP developer they are looking for, please get in touch and send your CV. They look forward to discussing this challenging position with you.

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    Location

    Utrecht

    Type

    Fulltime

    Keywords

    PHP
    Laravel
    Symfony
    MySQL
    Redis
    AWS
    Docker
    Vue.js
    Lead Developer
    Software Development
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    Lead PHP Developer

    Haystack People