Mid-Level Laravel Developer

Full Time / Currently Open

25th Sept, 2025

Full Time / Brisbane (Hybrid)

Digital8 is looking for a Mid-Level Laravel Developer to join our talented team of developers, designers, and project managers. You’ll work on custom web applications and integrations for a range of clients, from startups to government, using the latest in PHP and Laravel best practices.

This role is a great opportunity if you’re looking to grow your skills, work alongside experienced technical leads, and contribute to high-impact digital projects.

About Us

Founded in 2012 by a team of developers, Digital8 has grown into one of Brisbane’s most successful digital agencies. Our team blends user experience strategists, interface designers, developers, and SEO specialists to deliver end-to-end digital solutions.

We partner with medium to large companies, NGOs, and Government departments to deliver:

• Custom web and app development (including greenfield, start-from-scratch projects)
• User Behaviour Analysis and Experience Design
• User Interface Design
• CMS Website Development
• API Development & Integrations
• Search Engine Optimisation and Digital Advertising

Learn more about us at www.digital8.com.au

Role Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a variety of projects, from greenfield custom web apps through to enhancements on existing platforms.
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and frontend developers to deliver high-quality Laravel applications.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable solutions using Laravel best practices.
• Build RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services.
• Create and optimise database schemas, queries, and migrations.
• Write clean, testable, and maintainable code with strong attention to security.
• Use modern workflows including Git, code reviews, and CI/CD.
• Engage with clients (with project manager support) to understand technical needs and propose solutions.
• Stay current with evolving PHP, Laravel, and web development trends.

Requirements

• Proven experience building applications with Laravel (mid-level).
• Strong proficiency with PHP and modern OOP practices.
• Solid experience with MySQL (schema design, query optimisation).
• Strong understanding of RESTful APIs and API integrations.
• Familiarity with modern tooling (Composer, Git, Docker, CI/CD pipelines).
• Knowledge of cloud environments (AWS preferred).
• Understanding of coding best practices, design patterns, and application security.

Bonus points for experience with:

• E-commerce platforms (e.g. Shopify, WooCommerce integrations).
• Frontend frameworks (React, Vue.js).
• Queue systems / event-driven architecture.
• Unit and integration testing frameworks (PHPUnit, Pest).

About You

• Able to thrive in a fast-paced agency environment and juggle multiple projects.
• Solution-focused mindset – pragmatic, not over-engineered.
• A natural problem solver who can work independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communicator who can translate technical concepts clearly.
• Enthusiastic about learning, growing, and sharing knowledge with the team.
• A positive, proactive team player.

Digital8 Perks

• Flexible hybrid working model – work from home or our South Brisbane office.
• Modern office in the heart of Fish Lane precinct (cafés, restaurants at your doorstep).
• Minutes to public transport (train, bus, and CityCat).
• Competitive salary with 6-month review opportunity.
• Supportive, collaborative team environment where your voice matters.

Salary

$90,000 – $110,000 + super (depending on experience).

Location & Eligibility

• Candidates must be based in Australia (Brisbane preferred).
• We are not accepting applications from recruiters.

Ready to kickstart your career and work on amazing projects?
Apply now with your CV and links to projects or portfolio (GitHub, CodeSandbox, or live examples).