Full Stack Developer - Lead Developer Opportunity

The Opportunity

The Opportunity Hub UK is an ambitious recruitment technology startup transforming how companies and candidates connect. We\''re building a cutting-edge platform that goes beyond traditional job boards, incorporating video profiles, AI-powered matching, and innovative search functionality.Role Overview

We\''re seeking a talented and ambitious Full Stack Developer to join us as our lead technical resource. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of our platform\''s development and shape its technical direction from the ground up.What Makes This Role Special

Opportunity to be the technical cornerstone of a growing startupFreedom to make significant technical decisionsChance to build something meaningful from the ground upDirect impact on product direction and company successGrowth PotentialCompensation and Benefits

We are a bootstrapped startup, while we can\''t promise high earnings from the outset we have much to scale. Potential for equity/share options after proven performance.Revenue share opportunitiesFlexible working arrangementsProfessional development supportDirect involvement in company strategy and decision-makingLocation

Remote work (or if London based working with Founders). Must be able to work in compatible time zones for collaboration.How to Apply

Send your application including:Detailed CV highlighting relevant technical experiencePortfolio or examples of previous workBrief description of a challenging technical problem you\''ve solvedYour vision for modernising a recruitment platformWhat You\''ll Do

Maintaining and evolving our current WordPress-based platformLeading the technical transformation to a more scalable architecture using Laravel and ReactImplementing AI integrations and advanced search functionalityDeveloping innovative features to enhance user experienceMaking key technical decisions that will shape the platform\''s futureTechnical Requirements

Must Have:Strong experience with PHP and WordPress developmentProficiency in modern JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3Experience with Laravel frameworkFamiliarity with React and modern frontend developmentUnderstanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architectureExperience with AWS services and cloud architectureStrong knowledge of cloud infrastructure and deploymentExperience with version control systems (Git)Knowledge of SQL and database optimizationNice to Have:Experience with AI/ML integrationsAdvanced AWS certificationsExperience with serverless architectureExpertise in AWS services such as: Lambda, S3, EC2, RDS, CloudFrontUnderstanding of CI/CD pipelinesExperience with automated testingBackground in recruitment tech or HR systemsKey Responsibilities

Own the complete development lifecycle of our platformLead the migration from WordPress to a Laravel/React stackDesign and implement cloud-native architecture on AWSManage cloud infrastructure and optimize for cost-efficiencyImplement advanced search algorithms and AI-powered featuresSet up and maintain CI/CD pipelines in the cloudDesign scalable and resilient cloud architectureOptimize platform performance and scalabilityIntegrate with third-party services and APIsEnsure security best practices are followed across cloud servicesCollaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirementsMentor future junior developers as the team growsIdeal Candidate Profile

We\''re looking for someone who:Is daring and passionate about building innovative tech solutionsHas an entrepreneurial mindsetCan work independently and take initiativeIs comfortable wearing multiple hats in a startup environmentHas strong problem-solving abilitiesDemonstrates excellent communication skillsShows enthusiasm for learning and adapting to new ..... full job details .....