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API development
Design and ship secure PHP APIs for web apps, mobile apps, partners, and internal tools.
Hire PHP Developer - UK availability
Hire PHP Developers in the UK.
Hire senior PHP developers for stable APIs, reliable data flows, and production services your product can grow on. Get a vetted engineer or managed delivery team for United Kingdom projects in 48 hours, with daily written updates, weekly demos, and clear ownership from discovery to launch.
Senior production engineers48-hour ramp-upUK-focused deliveryDaily written updatesWeekly demosCode review included
60+
PHP products shipped
4.9★
Average client rating
48h
Developer ramp-up time
98%
On-time delivery rate
What you can hire us for
PHP developers for
real product work.
Bring in a PHP specialist when you need practical delivery, cleaner architecture, and measurable progress without waiting months to recruit.
Typical deliverables
API architecture
Database design
Authentication and roles
Integration mapping
Automated tests
Deployment runbook
Common stack fit
Node.jsPythonPostgreSQLRedisDockerAWS
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SaaS backends
Build auth, billing, multi-tenant data models, admin workflows, and background jobs.
03
System integrations
Connect CRMs, payment gateways, ERPs, analytics platforms, and third-party APIs cleanly.
04
Performance fixes
Find slow endpoints, database bottlenecks, memory issues, and reliability gaps before users feel them.
05
Legacy modernisation
Refactor brittle backend code into maintainable PHP services with tests and release discipline.
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Cloud deployment
Deploy PHP workloads with CI/CD, observability, security controls, and rollback plans.
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Client testimonials
Hear from teams that
hired our developers.
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★★★★★
"Quick, professional, always going above and beyond. Our PHP dashboard shipped two weeks ahead of schedule and the code quality was exceptional."
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Adam Bishop
Founder & CEO, StakeClash
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★★★★★
"Techsleight built our admissions platform end-to-end — content, SEO, dashboards. Enquiries from international students grew steadily after launch."
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Eduglobetech Team
Founder, Eduglobetech
★★★★★
"They picked up the codebase faster than any agency we've worked with. PRs were small, well-tested and easy to review."
Sara K. · Engineering Manager · Fintech
★★★★★
"Honest about timelines and scope. When something was going to take longer, they told us early and showed why."
Rohan B. · Founder · B2B SaaS
★★★★★
"Our PageSpeed scores went from low-60s to consistent 90s. The site finally feels as fast as the rest of the product."
Elena V. · Head of Marketing · D2C
★★★★★
"Communication is on point. Standups are short, written updates are useful, and there's no chasing on what was shipped."
Tom H. · Product Lead · Marketplace
★★★★★
"They picked up the codebase faster than any agency we've worked with. PRs were small, well-tested and easy to review."
Sara K. · Engineering Manager · Fintech
★★★★★
"Honest about timelines and scope. When something was going to take longer, they told us early and showed why."
Rohan B. · Founder · B2B SaaS
★★★★★
"Our PageSpeed scores went from low-60s to consistent 90s. The site finally feels as fast as the rest of the product."
Elena V. · Head of Marketing · D2C
★★★★★
"Communication is on point. Standups are short, written updates are useful, and there's no chasing on what was shipped."
Tom H. · Product Lead · Marketplace
Why teams choose us
What makes us
different.
We've heard every agency promise. Here's what we actually deliver — and how we hold ourselves accountable to it.
On-time delivery
Clear timeline before we start. 98% of our projects ship on or before the agreed date.
Quality work, every time
Senior engineers, code review on every PR, real testing — no shortcuts, no half-done features.
Daily written updates
You get visibility every day. No more wondering what's happening with your project.
Weekly sync-up calls
30-minute call every week to review progress, demo what's built, and re-prioritise if needed.
Agile development
Priorities change — and we adapt. New requirement mid-sprint? We re-plan with you, not around you.
No hidden charges
Flat rates agreed upfront. No surprise invoices, no scope-creep games, no support fees added later.
Senior team only
Every engineer has 5+ years of production experience. No juniors hiding in your bill.
ISO 27001 aligned
GDPR-compliant by default. NDA before any discovery call. Your IP stays yours.
Why PHP
PHP done right —
production-ready.
Our PHP engineers ship clean, tested code with observability, CI/CD, and performance baked in from day one.
Server-Side Scripting
PHP is a server-side scripting language, allowing the execution of code on the server before delivering the result to the client browser.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
PHP is platform-independent and can run on various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and Unix.
Open Source
PHP is open-source software, providing developers with the flexibility to modify and customize the language according to their needs.
Extensive Database Support
PHP supports a wide range of databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and more, facilitating seamless database integration in web applications.
Community Support
PHP has a large and active community of developers, contributing to the language's growth, providing support, and sharing resources.
Frameworks for Rapid Development
PHP has popular frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, and CodeIgniter, which offer pre-built modules and tools for faster and efficient web development.
Embedding in HTML
PHP code can be embedded directly into HTML, making it easy to mix dynamic content with static content in web pages.
Security Features
PHP includes built-in security features like data encryption, authentication mechanisms, and input validation to enhance web application security.
Scalability
PHP is scalable and suitable for both small websites and large-scale enterprise applications.
Our engineers
What our PHP developers
bring to your team.
Vetted, senior, US-focused - every PHP engineer is hand-picked for production-grade delivery.
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Proficiency in PHP
Expertise in building server-side applications and web services using PHP, with a strong understanding of PHP principles and best practices.
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Database Management
Proficient in working with databases, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB, for efficient data storage and retrieval.
03
PHP Frameworks
Experience with popular PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, and CodeIgniter for rapid and organized web development.
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Web Security
Knowledge of security best practices in web development, including data encryption, secure authentication, and protection against common security vulnerabilities.
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RESTful API Development
Building and consuming RESTful APIs to enable communication between different components of a web application.
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Front-End Technologies
Understanding of front-end technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to collaborate effectively with front-end developers.
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Version Control
Proficient in using version control systems like Git for collaborative development and codebase management.
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Debugging and Optimization
Strong skills in debugging and optimizing PHP code for performance improvements and efficient resource utilization.
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Unit Testing
Experience in writing unit tests for PHP code using testing frameworks like PHPUnit to ensure code quality and reliability.
Delivery process
How we get your
PHP developer productive.
The goal is not just to introduce a developer. It is to make the first week useful, reduce onboarding drag, and give your team enough context to trust the work.
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Discovery and fit check
We review your PHP goals, current stack, deadlines, risks, and success metrics before suggesting an engagement model.
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Shortlist in 24 hours
You get a clear PHP developer profile, relevant experience, availability, and estimated weekly capacity.
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Kickoff within 48 hours
We agree priorities, access, communication rhythm, delivery milestones, and code review expectations.
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Ship with weekly demos
Every week you see working PHP progress, blockers, next steps, and measurable delivery against the plan.
Questions we expect you to ask.
Good hiring decisions come from evidence. These are the kinds of questions we answer during discovery and developer matching.
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What production PHP projects have you shipped that are similar to ours?
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How do you handle testing, code review, and release rollback?
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Which PHP performance problems have you solved before?
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How will you communicate blockers and progress during the first week?
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What security, data privacy, and access controls should we set up first?
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What would you improve in our current architecture after a quick audit?
Pricing
PHP developer rates -
transparent models.
Two ways to hire PHP developers - pick what fits your stage. No hidden fees, no surprise invoices.
Hourly PHP developer
From £65/hr
Backlog work, fixes, integrations, and flexible sprint support
Weekly billing, daily written updates, code review, and no long-term lock-in.
- Dedicated developer hours
- Pay only for time used
- UI fixes and improvements
- Performance optimisation
- Weekly progress updates
- Cancel or scale anytime
Dedicated PHP developer
Most PopularFrom £4,800/month
Ongoing delivery, product teams, and roadmap acceleration
A named engineer embedded into your workflow with weekly demos and delivery planning.
- Complete planning & development
- UI/UX implementation
- Technical SEO setup
- Fully responsive design
- Performance optimisation
- Deployment + post-launch support
Need something else? We also offer dedicated team and retainer engagements. Talk to us →
Hiring comparison
Compare ways to hire
PHP talent.
You can hire freelancers, build in-house, or use a general agency. Here is how our model differs when speed, accountability, and code quality matter.
| Criteria | Techsleight Labs | Freelancer | General agency | In-house hiring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Start time | 48-hour ramp-up | Varies by availability | Often 1-3 weeks | 4-10 weeks |
| PHP expertise | Vetted senior engineers | Depends on individual | Mixed seniority | Depends on pipeline |
| Delivery visibility | Daily updates + weekly demos | Often informal | Account-manager led | Internal setup needed |
| Quality control | Code review, tests, QA, handover | Usually self-managed | Process varies | You build the process |
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