Who we are
Employment Hero is on a mission to make employment easier and more valuable for everyone. Our Employment Operating System brings hiring, HR, payroll and benefits into an all-in-one solution.
Since our inception in 2014, we've scaled to a $2 billion valuation and gained a presence in 6 countries globally - Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, the UK and Canada. We now service over 300,000 businesses and more than 2 million employees.
The EH Way
At Employment Hero, we're proud of our unique DNA, which we call The EH Way.
* We are Mission First - everything we do (from what we work on, to how we allocate capital and where we focus) is driven by our Mission
* We are Remote First - we champion a remote environment with a preference for asynchronous communication and a high degree of autonomy
* We are AI First - we are committed to using AI to accelerate our mission; AI is not just a tool, it's a fundamental part of how we operate, innovate, and scale
* We are Apolitical - we do not take a position on political or social topics, unless it relates to our Mission
* We Live by Our Values - we role model our values 100% of the time
* We Expect High Performance - we set a high standard and we're not satisfied with being average
This role
As a Lead PHP Engineer you will
* Take ownership of both technical delivery and team leadership within your squad.
* Build high-performance, scalable WordPress solutions, leveraging the Gutenberg editor and modern PHP practices.
* Ensure solutions are optimised for performance, security, and scalability, with minimal reliance on external plugins.
* Lead and mentor a squad of engineers, setting coding standards, conducting code reviews, and fostering a mission-first, high-performance culture.
* Collaborate closely with Product, Design, and Engineering peers to deliver impactful outcomes in a fast-moving product environment.
Who you are
To thrive at Employment Hero, you'll need to embody The EH Way - operating with focus, agility, and an obsession with impact. For this role, you'll also bring
* Proven hands-on expertise in PHP, WordPress, and Gutenberg.
* Understanding of JavaScript (React), particularly for Gutenberg block development.
* Knowledge of modern frontend technologies (React, Vue.js, Tailwind CSS).
* Strong background with modern PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony).
* Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
* Experience with MySQL/MariaDB/PostgreSQL, including query optimization and database design.
* Proficiency with Git and collaborative workflows.
* Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and cloud deployments (AWS)
* Experience with unit testing and E2E testing.
* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to lead by example and mentor others.
* Experience working in Agile environments.
Bonus if you bring
* Proficiency in RESTful API design and integration.
* Familiarity with headless CMS architectures.
* Experience in SaaS or product-based environments.
* Exposure to hosting infrastructure, Reverse Proxy, CDN, WAF, etc.
What we can offer
At Employment Hero, we don't just talk about a better way to work - we live it. Joining Employment Hero means
* You will work remotely, with the flexibility to own your time and impact
* You will access cutting-edge tools to amplify your work, knowledge and outputs
* You'll surround yourself with ambitious, outcome-driven colleagues who challenge you to do the best work of your life
* You'll own ESOP (employee share options) in one of the world's fastest-growing tech companies
* You'll also have access to a wide range of benefits that includes - a very generous parental leave policy, subsidised egg freezing (so you can make the choice that's right for you, on your terms), a WFH office expense budget, and outstanding learning & development opportunities
Applicant Privacy: Employment Hero is committed to safeguarding the privacy of your application data. To understand how we do so, you can read our Applicant Privacy Policy here employmenthero.com/legals/applicant-policy/
Employment Hero celebrates diverse perspectives and experiences, we invite people of all backgrounds and identities to apply for this position.
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