CFP Energy (UK) Ltd
Backend Developer
Join CFP Energy (UK) Ltd and take your Laravel career to the next level.
Backend Developer
Job Description
<div><p>Join our Product Development team at <b>Cyber Energia</b> and help build scalable, high-performance applications that protect renewable energy assets against cyber threats.</p><p><br>
We’re seeking a <b>Backend Developer</b> who thrives on designing robust architectures, building secure APIs, and optimising data flows across our cybersecurity and energy management solutions.</p><p></p><p><b>
What you’ll do:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Design, develop, and maintain back-end software solutions for cybersecurity applications.</p></li><li><p>
Build scalable server-side architectures using PHP 8.3, Laravel Octane, and Swoole.</p></li><li><p>
Develop and optimise APIs for integration with external services (Auth0, AbuseIPDB, Shodan, Tenable, Xero, Flowise).</p></li><li><p>
Work with relational (PostgreSQL) and columnar (ClickHouse) databases for transactional and analytical workloads.</p></li><li><p>
Implement caching and queuing with Redis + Laravel Horizon.</p></li><li><p>
Write clean, functional, and maintainable code with SOLID and best practices.</p></li><li><p>
Test, debug, and upgrade software using PHPUnit and static analysis.</p></li><li><p>
Implement observability with Datadog (logs, metrics, traces).</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.</p></li><li><p>
Maintain technical documentation for smooth project handover.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What we’re looking for</b></p><ul><li><p>
Proven experience as a Backend Developer.</p></li><li><p>
Strong experience with PHP/Laravel and API development.</p></li><li><p>
Database expertise with PostgreSQL and ClickHouse (or similar).</p></li><li><p>
Experience with Docker and containerized workflows.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of system security and data protection practices.</p></li><li><p>
Good problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Bonus points if you have</b></p><ul><li><p>
Experience with cloud platforms (Azure).</p></li><li><p>
Background in cybersecurity applications or OT/ICS monitoring.</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and modern DevOps tools.</p></li><li><p>
Exposure to frontend technologies (React/Next.js, TypeScript).</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Why you’ll love working here</b></p><p>
We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:</p><ul><li><p>
25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays</p></li><li><p>
Flexible working arrangements</p></li><li><p>
Private health care</p></li><li><p>
Company pension scheme</p></li><li><p>
Life and medical insurance, eyecare scheme</p></li><li><p>
Employee Assistance Programme</p></li><li><p>
Cycle to Work scheme</p></li><li><p>
Family-friendly policies</p></li><li><p>
Recruit and Reward scheme</p></li></ul></div>