PHP/SQL Web Developer at Options

Location: England
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jun 16, 2025

Description

Options, a global financial technology company, is seeking an entry-level PHP/SQL Web Developer for their Market Data Team in Cambridge, UK. The role involves developing tools for system maintenance and monitoring. The ideal candidate will be a graduate or final-year student with a degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a similar field, possessing 1-2 years of experience with PHP, MySQL, large datasets, and modern backend languages. The position offers continuous career development opportunities, a competitive salary, and bonus incentives.

Required Skills

PHP
MySQL
Backend Language
OOP Design
Microservice
API Design
Web Framework
Web Application Security
Docker

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Degree or equivalent in Mathematics, Computer Science or comparable scientific discipline.
Required Previous Experiences: One to two years’ experience in a related role or through equivalent collaborative project. This can include experience gained through placement or internship.
Preferred Qualifications: Strong research, writing and communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced and changeable working environment.
Exceptional organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
Desire to travel and see the world.
Ability to work independently and manage your own projects in a professional manner.
A passion for innovation and the financial technology sector.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Project management skills and proven ability to manage own workload.

About Options

Options

global financial sector

Options Technology provides a managed infrastructure platform for the global financial sector, including IT infrastructure for global capital markets and market data and trading infrastructure solutions. Its offerings include Atlas for market data connectivity, AtlasWorkplace with 24/7 support, AtlasApps for application management and hosting, and managed security and compliance.