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We’re working with a large, well-established organisation in the services sector that is heavily investing in its digital platforms. They’re looking for a Web Developer to build meaningful products used by thousands of users every day. Hybrid – 3 days per week The Tech Stack Their core environment is built around: PHP | Laravel | MySQL | HTML/CSS | JavaScript If you’re confident across this stack, you’ll be a strong fit. They’re Looking for Someone who: Has hands-on Laravel experience where you’ve built production-level features in Laravel Can take ownership of a feature from concept to deployment Is comfortable debugging and supporting live systems Writes clean, structured and maintainable code Communicates well and works collaboratively Experience with modern tools (Git workflows, Docker) is essential. The Role You’ll join a small, focused development team and take ownership of: Building new features across multiple bespoke platforms Enhancing internal tools, APIs and user-facing services Supporting live operational systems Delivering clean, reliable code within a modern containerised environment You’ll play a genuine part in shaping how their systems evolve. We’re representing the employer and we’ll guide you through the full process with them. Apply for further details.  

The Lead Developer vacancy is with an established technology-driven business entering an exciting phase of enhancement and digital evolution. Hybrid - Preferably 2 days per week in the office As Development Lead, you’ll take ownership of a multidisciplinary software team responsible for delivering and maintaining multiple high-traffic web platforms and internal systems. What We’re Looking For A credible technical lead with proven full-stack experience who enjoys combining hands-on coding with mentoring and team management. You’ll be confident leading across backend, frontend and mobile projects balancing technical depth with delivery ownership, and the ability to guide developers towards deadlines whilst maintaining quality. You’ll be comfortable engaging with stakeholders to understand priorities and plan technical improvements that deliver measurable outcomes. Technical Skills & Experience Strong PHP / Laravel expertise with solid OOP principles Hands-on experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Next.js) Strong understanding of MySQL database design and optimisation Proven experience leading or mentoring developers Experience conducting code reviews, 1-2-1's and supporting best practices Familiarity with Agile delivery, sprint planning and the ticketing tools (Jira, ClickUp) Understanding of secure coding, testing methodologies and deployment processes What You Will Be Doing Lead the day-to-day development, testing and deployment of multiple systems Provide mentorship, direction and code reviews across the development team Plan and prioritise workloads to ensure deadlines and quality standards are met Maintain and evolve existing web platforms, APIs and mobile integrations Collaborate with stakeholders and the IT leadership team to define technical roadmaps Troubleshoot performance issues, implement improvements, and reduce technical debt Ensure systems meet secure coding standards and are well-documented Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement Why This Role? This is a genuine opportunity to lead a collaborative development team, take full ownership of the software delivery process from initial design to live deployment and influence the tech roadmap and drive meaningful improvements across a suite of business-critical platforms. If you’re a hands-on developer ready to lead, or an existing Lead Developer looking for more autonomy and ownership, apply now to learn more about the opportunity.  

We’re working with a growing equipment company who are looking for an experienced and highly organised Operations & Executive Administrator to support two company Directors and coordinate day-to-day operations. Full-time, Monday to Friday, office based. This is a varied role combining PA support with hands-on operational and administrative duties. You’ll manage diaries, purchasing, invoicing and logistics, whilst acting as the central link between customers, suppliers, and the internal workshop team. Key Responsibilities Provide PA support to two Directors which includes diary management, meeting coordination and communication handling Oversee rental and operations systems, managing bookings, dispatches and returns Coordinate between workshop, suppliers and clients to ensure smooth daily operations Manage purchasing, invoicing, and general finance administration Handle incoming calls, enquiries and correspondence Maintain accurate records, reports, and system data Support general office and business administration tasks Ideal Candidate Previous experience in administration, operations or PA support Excellent organisational and multitasking skills Confident communicator with a professional manner Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise workload Experience with ERP or rental management systems (preferred) Proactive, reliable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where your input will make a real difference day-to-day.

Looking for a Software Developer role where you can combine your Laravel, Python, and AI to build genuinely intelligent systems? Our client is fast growing, making a positive impact on businesses across the country by pushing the boundaries of automation and machine learning, creating smarter workflows and digital tools that’s transforming their industry. The role is based on site in Ipswich. They’re expanding their development team and looking for a talented Full Stack Developer who loves bringing ideas to life with clean, modern code, and isn’t afraid to dive into AI-powered problem solving. What you’ll be working on Building and enhancing web applications, APIs, and backend systems using Laravel (PHP 8) and MySQL Developing Python microservices to power intelligent automation and agent-based workflows Embedding AI and LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.) into real-world systems, not just prompt/response, but multi-step logic and decision-making Working with tools like LangChain, CrewAI, and LlamaIndex to develop internal AI agents Designing secure, scalable systems that handle complex financial and operational data Collaborating with an experienced in-house AI Engineer and the wider tech team What we’re looking for Solid commercial experience with Laravel, PHP 8, and MySQL Strong Python skills (FastAPI, Flask, or similar) Hands-on experience integrating AI or LLM-based workflows into applications Confidence working across PHP + Python boundaries Understanding of web security, API integrations, and cloud-based architecture Excited by automation, innovation, and building smarter systems that make a difference Nice to have Experience with Vue.js, Laravel Livewire, or AWS Background in fintech, data automation, or business intelligence Familiarity with vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS) or RAG pipelines Why this role This is a chance to join a tech-driven business where ideas turn into working systems fast. You’ll be surrounded by people who love experimenting, automating, and improving how technology supports real customers. The role is based in Ipswich, with a collaborative office culture. If you’re ready to build cutting-edge systems, please contact Ruben at Synergy for a full job spec and further information.