Senior Backend Developer – DevOps/AWS – Bolton
One day per week onsite
Outside IR35 £400-450
A Senior Backend Developer is needed for a client based in Bolton. The client is looking for an individual to assume responsibility for backend development and infrastructure of their in-house ERP/WMS/MRP platform. This position requires hands-on experience in both Laravel and cloud DevOps, with duties including management of backend development, platform architecture, and AWS infrastructure. The role also involves mentoring a team and collaborating with the project manager, stakeholders, and QA personnel. The responsibilities will directly affect the performance, scalability, and functionality of the platform used in manufacturing, logistics, and eCommerce.
Key skills and responsibilities,
Led the development and architectural design of a custom Laravel-based ERP/WMS/MRP platform.
Delivered key features such as inventory tracking, MRP automation, barcode fulfilment, and eCommerce integrations.
Optimised MySQL database performance and implemented queue-based workflows using Redis and RabbitMQ.
Managed AWS infrastructure, including EC2, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, along with CI/CD pipelines utilising GitHub Actions and Jenkins.
Deployed and maintained environments with Docker and Kubernetes.
Collaborated with leadership and operational teams to ensure system enhancements align with business strategy.
Mentored developers, facilitating agile delivery practices, conducting code reviews, and contributing to roadmap planning.
Frameworks: Laravel, Livewire, Blade, Vue.js
Languages: PHP 8.2+, Node.js 17+, HTML, Bootstrap 4
Databases: MySQL (schema design, indexing, optimisation)
Cloud Providers: AWS (primary), Google Cloud, Azure
Extensive expertise in Laravel and PHP, with advanced DevOps experience across CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, and Git workflows.
In-depth AWS knowledge, covering EC2, RDS, S3, and CloudWatch services.
Advanced proficiency in MySQL for schema design and performance tuning.
Skilled in API development, microservices architecture, and messaging queue implementation.
Strong understanding of supply chain systems and barcode-driven processes.
Proven background in building secure, multi-tenant SaaS platforms.
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Project Manager / Business AnalystThe CompanyOur client was formed in 1985 and since its inception has been focused on designing new and innovative luggage products with features that consumers need.From the early 1990’s the company has been at the forefront of luggage design, pioneering the growth of hard-shell luggage, inventing the first expandable hard case. It has many patents on its innovations including the “world’s lightest” collection, which since its launch in 2008 has achieved record breaking sales in stores worldwide.The group headquarters are in Hertford, but it operates internationally, with subsidiaries in Thailand, Hong Kong, USA and Europe and offices in China. They are looking for a Project Manager with experience in FMCG ERP, NetSuite or similar software roll outs.Objective of the Role:The objective of this role is to assist the business in management and take responsibility for overseeing the completion of multiple software projects. The candidate will be in charge of planning, organizing, directing, and monitoring progress to make sure projects are being delivered to scope, on time, and within budget.Role:
Working with Team Leaders to establish a project plan and roll out.Measuring performance against plan.Collaborating with external consultants and cross functional internal teams.Ensuring all user specifications are captured, documented and communicated to relevant stakeholders.Monitoring progress for key milestones, assisting teams to ensure deadlines are met.Managing the internal end-to-end testing.Reviewing and analysing relevant business data.Collating, interpreting and analysing data before sending to external consultants.Ensuring solutions meet the business needs and requirements.
Knowledge and Expertise:
Experience of Project Managing an FMCG ERP Implementation, ideally Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite or any other ERP is required.The candidate must have at least 5 years of experience working as a project manager for ERP upgrades or implementations.Must have a good understanding of business functions in Sales, Purchasing, Ecommerce Warehousing, and Financial Management.Proficiency at using Project Management Tools, Excel, and able to work with large volumes of data.Good understanding of software systems, not to a technical level, but a good top level understanding is required.Able to work independently, under pressure and manage time effectively.
Person Skills:
High confidence in dealing with users.Attention to details and ability to understand business processes.Excellent communicator.Good Documentation skills.International experience.
Salary: Up to £60KHours: 9am till 6pm (1hour Lunch)Office BasedLocation: Hertford1 Year Fixed Term ContractIf this sounds like the opportunity for you, please apply ASAP.*PLEASE NOTE – by applying to this position, you agree for your CV to be submitted to our client, for whom we are working on a confidential basis. Please note - we are working on a job advertising-only basis for the client, rather than the full recruitment process. The client shall contact you directly should your application make their short-list. You also agree to our Privacy Policy: acapella-recruitment.co.uk./privacy-policy.html which can be found on our website.....Read more...
