Hire PHP Developers

Hiring PHP developers gives you access to proven expertise for building web applications, REST APIs, CMS platforms, and e-commerce systems using mature frameworks like Laravel and Symfony. PHP powers a significant portion of the web for good reason — it is cost-efficient, framework-rich, and widely supported. At Capital Numbers, you can review shortlisted developer profiles, conduct interviews, and choose an engagement model that fits your timeline and budget.

PHP is the core language; Laravel is a framework built on top of PHP. A PHP developer may work with raw PHP, multiple frameworks (Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter), or CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal). A Laravel developer specializes in the Laravel framework specifically. At Capital Numbers, our PHP developers are typically proficient in multiple frameworks, so you can specify your stack during the interview and hire accordingly.

Our developers work with PHP 8.x as the primary standard and are also experienced in supporting and migrating applications from older versions (PHP 5.x, 7.x). If your project involves legacy modernization or a version upgrade, our team can assess the current state of your codebase and recommend a migration path.

Look for strong proficiency in PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony), experience with database management (MySQL, PostgreSQL), REST API and GraphQL development, version control with Git, and familiarity with testing tools like PHPUnit and Pest. Communication skills and the ability to work within your timezone and delivery process are equally important. At Capital Numbers, we pre-vet all developers for both technical depth and collaboration readiness before you interview them.

Yes. We offer flexible engagement models including part-time, full-time, project-based (fixed cost), and staff augmentation. Whether you need a developer for a 2-week sprint, a 3-month project, or an ongoing retainer, we can match the right model to your need without long-term commitment pressure.

Yes. Capital Numbers offers a 1-week free trial so you can evaluate your developer's technical output, communication style, and workflow compatibility before making a longer commitment. This is available for staff augmentation and dedicated hiring models.

Once you share your requirements, we typically present shortlisted profiles within 24–48 hours. After interviews and selection, onboarding can begin within the same week. The total time from initial contact to active development is usually 3–5 business days for standard engagements.

Our PHP developers work across a wide range of project types including custom web application development, REST and GraphQL API development, CMS development and customization (WordPress, Drupal), e-commerce platforms (Adobe Commerce/Magento, WooCommerce), SaaS platform development, legacy PHP modernization and version migration, and backend systems for mobile and enterprise applications.

Key signals include running on PHP 5.x or 7.x (which are end-of-life), frequent security vulnerabilities, slow page load times, difficulty adding new features without breaking existing ones, outdated dependencies, and high technical debt. Our developers can perform a codebase audit and recommend a phased modernization roadmap.

Yes. Our team includes developers with hands-on experience in Adobe Commerce (Magento) and WooCommerce for e-commerce builds, theme development, plugin/module customization, payment gateway integration, performance optimization, and security hardening. You can request developers with specific e-commerce platform experience during the hiring stage.

Yes. Our developers are experienced in working across US, UK, EU, and Australian time zones. We accommodate overlapping working hours, daily standups, and real-time communication through Slack, Zoom, or your preferred tools. Time zone compatibility is something you can discuss directly with your developer during the interview.

After requirements gathering and scoping, we move into sprint planning, development, and code review cycles using Agile methodology. Each sprint includes daily standups, a mid-sprint check-in, and a sprint review. You receive timesheets, progress reports, and direct developer access throughout. For fixed-cost projects, we agree on milestones and deliverables upfront.

Our PHP teams have delivered projects across fintech, healthcare, e-commerce, real estate, logistics, media, SaaS, education, and travel. This cross-industry experience means our developers understand domain-specific challenges, such as compliance requirements in fintech or performance needs in high-traffic retail platforms, not just the technical stack.

We sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) before any project discussion begins. All code, data, and product information shared with us remain your exclusive intellectual property. Capital Numbers operates under ISO 27001-certified information security practices and SOC 2 Type II-aligned controls, with strict internal access policies, secure development environments, and regular security audits.

An agency provides vetted talent, backup coverage if a developer is unavailable, structured quality assurance, project management support, and contractual accountability, none of which a freelancer can consistently offer. Capital Numbers also allows you to scale your team up or down as your project evolves, which is not possible with a single freelancer hire.

Yes. We offer ongoing maintenance and support services covering bug fixes, security patches, PHP version upgrades, dependency updates, performance tuning, and feature enhancements. You can engage us on a retainer or task-based support model depending on your needs.