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PHP DEVELOPMENT COMPANY

Work with PHP experts trusted by the world’s top tech teams.

We’ve delivered PHP-based systems for startups to Fortune 500s. Work with vetted nearshore PHP developers. Kick off projects in 2 weeks.

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Trusted by CTOs at 1500+ companies:

Custom PHP development services

You’ve probably used products built by our expert PHP developers.

As a leading PHP development company, we’ve built PHP-based systems to support enterprise-grade workloads. Whether you're working on complex web applications for customers or secure back-office platforms, our skilled PHP developers deliver clean, maintainable code that performs under pressure.

  • Custom PHP Web Development

    Our teams build secure PHP applications using modern frameworks, designed with enterprise-grade security and performance in mind. We integrate seamlessly with CRMs, ERPs, and cloud platforms so your teams get reliable systems without the hidden costs of brittle code. With standardized architectures, automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines, our engineers deliver maintainable software that scales as your business grows

  • Legacy PHP System Modernization & Migration

    Through codebase refactoring, framework upgrades, and infrastructure migration, we bring legacy applications up to current standards with minimal disruption to your existing operations. The result is a stable, secure platform that reduces outages, eliminates vulnerabilities, and gives your teams a codebase they can build on.

  • PHP API Development & Integrations

    We design and implement secure PHP APIs and handle integrations with CRMs, payment providers, healthcare systems, and other platforms. Our engineers follow proven API design standards, enforce security best practices, and deliver clean documentation so your systems stay reliable and easy to extend.

  • PHP E-commerce Development

    Whether customizing Magento, WooCommerce, or building from the ground up, we deliver PHP-based stores optimized for performance. Our engineers bring deep expertise in secure payments, performance tuning, and system integrations. Every store we build is designed to scale and be easy to maintain.

  • PHP CMS Development & Content Platforms

    We implement PHP CMS solutions—WordPress, Drupal, or custom platforms—with tailored modules, strong security, and performance tuning. Our engineers design API-ready architectures and clean codebases, giving you CMS platforms that integrate easily, scale reliably, and adapt to long-term digital needs without costly rework.

  • PHP Product Prototyping & MVP Development

    Our teams build functional prototypes and minimum viable products in PHP—focused on core features, user flows, and scalable architecture. Our process features rapid iteration cycles, automated testing, and clean coding standards. So your MVP is both fast to market and strong enough to extend.

  • Cloud-Native PHP Application Deployment

    Scaling applications efficiently requires infrastructure that adapts as demand changes. We containerize PHP workloads, set up CI/CD pipelines, and deploy on AWS, Azure, or GCP with scalability and cost-efficiency in mind. Our engineers use infrastructure-as-code, automated rollbacks, and built-in monitoring to keep releases stable and give your team clear visibility into every environment.

Their engineers perform at very high standards. We've had a strong relationship for almost 7 years."

The best partnerships are the ones you don't have to worry about. We deliver the kind of technical execution and reliability that builds long-term trust. It's why clients consistently praise our work quality and performance.

OUR PHP DEVELOPMENT TEAM

Backed by 4000+ devs

Why tech leaders choose our PHP teams:

We deliver reliably at enterprise scale, integrate cleanly with in-house teams, and operate with clear standards. Clients count on our consistency and the way we align engineering work with their business objectives.

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  • Top 1% Senior PHP Developers

    We staff every PHP development project with top senior engineers. Our certified PHP developers average 8–10+ years of experience and are vetted top 1% performers. That level of expertise means faster onboarding and cleaner code. 

  • Proven Delivery Across the PHP Ecosystem

    From Laravel and Symfony to WordPress, Drupal, and Magento, we have a proven track record across the full PHP stack. Our breadth of experience reduces risk and improves your web project outcomes.  

  • Delivery Managers to Keep Projects Moving

    Every engagement comes with a dedicated delivery manager to keep delivery on track. You get predictable progress, clear communication, and the confidence that deadlines will be met.

PHP case studies

Hundreds of PHP projects delivered.

Our track record means you get software that meets the highest technical and business standards.

  • SECURITY

    Redesigned a Custom Website to Drive More Product Sales

    Arlo
  • TECHNOLOGY

    Performed Comprehensive QA and Website Maintenance for 10 years

    Netgear
  • MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT

    Maintained 8 of Paramount’s LATAM Web Apps

    Paramount Global
Looking for a team with this kind of track record?
Tell us more about your PHP needs.

Tools for PHP development

The ecosystem we use for PHP projects:

We rely on proven, widely supported tools and the major PHP frameworks that deliver stability and scale. Our teams select the right frameworks and platforms for each engagement to keep delivery predictable and codebases maintainable.

  • PHP Frameworks

    We use frameworks and runtimes that enforce clean architecture, support enterprise delivery, and make onboarding efficient for any developer.

    • PHP 8.x
    • Laravel
    • Symfony
    • Laminas
    • Composer
    • Doctrine ORM
    • PHP-FPM
    • OPcache
  • API and Service Layer

    We design efficient PHP APIs as resilient, secure, and observable contracts. Every service is versioned, instrumented, and built to integrate seamlessly with critical systems. 

    • OpenAPI
    • Swagger
    • API Platform
    • Laravel Sanctum
    • Laravel Passport
    • Guzzle
    • Redis Queue
    • Laravel Horizon
    • RabbitMQ
    • Amazon SQS
  • Data Stores, Search, and Caching

    We deploy enterprise-grade data engines with safeguards against SQL injection to deliver secure, high-availability systems.

    • MySQL
    • MariaDB
    • PostgreSQL
    • Redis
    • Memcached
    • Elasticsearch
    • OpenSearch
  • Testing and Quality

    We apply multi-layered testing and static analysis to maintain velocity while preventing regressions and enforcing coding standards.

    • PHPUnit
    • Pest
    • Codeception
    • Behat
    • PHPStan
    • Psalm
    • PHP-CS-Fixer
    • Infection
  • Security and Identity

    We build security into every layer of the system. Our approach applies least-privilege access, externalized secret management, and continuous scanning.

    • OAuth 2.0
    • OpenID Connect
    • JWT
    • Auth0
    • Okta
    • AWS Cognito
    • HashiCorp Vault
    • Trivy
    • Snyk
  • DevOps and CI/CD

    We codify environments as infrastructure, automate delivery pipelines, and use rollout patterns that reduce release risk.

    • Docker
    • Kubernetes
    • Helm
    • Terraform
    • Ansible
    • GitHub Actions
    • GitLab CI
    • Argo Rollouts
    • Flagger
  • Observability and Performance

    We embed observability from the start, so performance is measured, tracked, and improved with real data.

    • OpenTelemetry
    • New Relic
    • Datadog
    • Sentry
    • Blackfire
    • Tideways
  • Content and Commerce Platforms

    We build on established PHP platforms that support enterprise content and commerce at scale.

    • Drupal
    • WordPress
    • WooCommerce
    • Magento 

Client testimonials

Get PHP results you can stand behind.

Our work holds up in reviews, in production, and in front of the board.

Join 500+ companies who count on our PHP developers

Flexible engagement models

Need extra PHP expertise?
Plug us in where you need us most.

We customize every engagement to fit your workflow, priorities, and delivery needs.

  • Need a couple of extra software engineers on your team?

    Staff Augmentation

    Get senior, production-ready developers who integrate directly into your internal team. They work your hours, join your standups, and follow your workflows—just like any full-time engineer.

  • Need a few teams to deliver several projects in simultaneously?

    Dedicated teams

    Spin up focused, delivery-ready pods to handle full builds or workstreams. Together we align on priorities. Then our tech PMs lead the team and drive delivery to maintain velocity and consistency.

  • Want to offload everything to us, from start to finish?

    Software outsourcing

    Hand off the full project lifecycle, from planning to deployment. You define the outcomes. We take full ownership of the execution and keep you looped in every step of the way.

Kick off PHP projects in 2-4 weeks.

We have reps across the US.

Speak with a client engagement specialist near you.

  1. Discuss solutions and decide team structure.

    Tell us more about your needs. We'll discuss the best-fit solutions and team structure based on your success metrics, timeline, budget, and required skill sets.

  2. Onboard your team and get to work.

    With project specifications finalized, we select your team. We're able to onboard developers and assemble dedicated teams in 2-4 weeks after signature.

  3. We track performance on an ongoing basis.

    We continually monitor our teams' work to make sure they're meeting your quantity and quality of work standards at all times.

Our Awards

Global companies have trusted us to build and scale PHP solutions for over a decade.

  • Forcepoint
  • Abbott
  • AbbVie
  • Abra
  • Acklands-Grainger
  • Acumen
  • Arlo
  • Associated Press
  • Autodesk
  • Avigilon
  • Azlo
  • BBVA
  • Blackboard
  • Burger King
  • Care.com
  • Chime
  • ConsumerAffairs
  • GlobalStart
  • CropTrak
  • eBay
  • Ernst & Young
  • Fresenius
  • Gennev
  • Google
  • Great Wolf Lodge
  • Groupon
  • Hewllet-Packard
  • HomeAdvisor
  • IBM
  • Instructure
  • IPG Mediabrands
  • IQVIA
  • iSeatz
  • iWave
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Kapsch
  • Keller Williams
  • Kinesso
  • Limeade
  • Netgear
  • Newsela
  • NextRoll
  • Panasonic
  • Patra Company
  • Pinterest
  • R/GA
  • Regeneron
  • Repay
  • Rolls-Royce
  • Salesforce
  • Sana Sano Consulting
  • SAP
  • SiriusXM
  • Swordpoint
  • Thomson Reuters
  • Ticket Galaxy
  • Trone Brand Energy
  • Turner
  • Udemy
  • Univision
  • Urban Outfitters
  • Verisk
  • ViacomCBS
  • Volkswagen
  • Volvo
  • Whirlpool
  • Xtensifi

Excellence.
Our minimum bar for client delivery.

Over 130 awards, accolades, and achievements showcase our quality and commitment to client success.

Our trophy cabinet
  • 1,250+projects
    delivered
    projects executed successfully
  • 130+industry
    sectors
    industry sectors industry sectors
  • America's Fastest-Growing Companies 2025 by Financial Times
    America's Fastest-Growing Companies 2025 by Financial Times
  • Top 100 U.S. IT Innovators 2025 by CIO100 Awards
    Top 100 U.S. IT Innovators 2025 by CIO100 Awards
  • Nearshore North America Top Software Developers 2025 by Clutch
    Nearshore North America Top Software Developers 2025 by Clutch
  • Top 100 Global Outsourcing Providers 2024 by IAOP Global Outsourcing 100
    Top 100 Global Outsourcing Providers 2024 by IAOP Global Outsourcing 100

Accelerate PHP development and delivery with our top-rated nearshore teams.

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PHP FAQ

What tech leaders ask about PHP before pulling us in:

  • How quickly can a PHP team start on my project?

    We typically staff PHP projects in 2–4 weeks. Our skilled PHP developers arrive fully equipped and ready to work, with access, credentials, and environments provisioned in advance so they can quickly contribute to backend development. 

  • What level of experience do your PHP developers have?

    All of our developers are senior-level, averaging 8–10+ years of experience across the latest PHP frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, WordPress, and Magento. Each goes through a months-long vetting process that accepts less than 1% of 2.2M annual applicants.

  • How do you keep projects on track and aligned with our goals?

    We provide non-billable delivery managers who continuously monitor our dev performance and resolve blockers before they impact projects. This keeps work aligned with business objectives and roadmap priorities.

  • Will working across time zones slow things down?

    No. Our PHP teams are nearshore, working in U.S.-aligned time zones with real-time collaboration. English fluency is our standard, and our top PHP developers embed directly into your workflows to build everything from web platforms and mobile apps to large-scale ecommerce solutions.

  • How do you handle security and compliance in PHP projects?

    We operate under ISO and SOC 2-certified processes, adapt to client-specific security standards, and follow the principle of least privilege. All code lives in your repositories, and you retain 100% ownership of IP.

  • What does your PHP development process look like?

    We start with a discovery and architecture phase to align on technical and business priorities. From there, we define the work, onboard your team, and begin delivery in short, structured sprints. All code runs through CI/CD pipelines with automated tests, quality gates, and checkpoints to give you predictable, high-quality outcomes.

  • Can you safely modernize and upgrade legacy PHP systems?

    Yes. We audit dependencies and runtime settings, introduce changes behind feature flags, and use canary deployments to reduce risk. This approach allows us to upgrade to PHP 8.x while improving performance and stability across the platforms PHP powers today.

  • How do you support ongoing reliability after launch?

    We offer SLA-backed support for PHP applications, covering monitoring, bug resolution, and security patching. This protects uptime and provides predictable coverage so your team can stay focused on future delivery.

  • How do your PHP teams integrate with in-house engineers?

    Our skilled developers work inside your workflows, using your tools, repositories, and communication channels. This makes them feel like an extension of your team while giving you immediate access to additional capacity and senior-level technical expertise. 

  • What industries have you delivered PHP projects for?

    We’ve built and modernized platforms across technology, finance, healthcare, media, and retail, among others. This cross-industry experience means we understand compliance, scale, and customer-facing requirements even in regulated and high-traffic environments.

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