PHP Developer

About the Role

We are looking for a talented PHP Developer to join our web development team and help build robust, scalable web applications. As a PHP Developer, you will be responsible for developing server-side logic, maintaining central databases, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness of our web applications. You will collaborate with front-end developers and other team members to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic. This role is ideal for someone passionate about web technologies who wants to work on diverse projects and contribute to meaningful digital solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications using PHP and modern PHP frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter
• Write clean, secure, and well-documented code following PSR standards and best practices
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for mobile applications and third-party integrations
• Build and optimize MySQL/MariaDB database schemas, write efficient queries, and implement database optimizations
• Integrate front-end components built with JavaScript frameworks (Vue.js, React) with backend services
• Implement caching strategies using Redis, Memcached, or similar technologies to improve application performance
• Work with CMS platforms like WordPress, Drupal, or custom CMS solutions when required
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge with team members
• Troubleshoot and debug applications, identifying and fixing bottlenecks and bugs
• Implement security best practices to protect against common vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF
• Deploy applications to production servers and configure web servers like Apache or Nginx
• Write unit tests and integration tests using PHPUnit to ensure code reliability

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 3+ years of professional experience in PHP development with a strong understanding of PHP 7.x/8.x features
• Proficiency in at least one major PHP framework such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter
• Strong knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB database design, optimization, and query writing
• Experience with front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git, and workflows like GitFlow
• Understanding of MVC architecture, OOP principles, and design patterns
• Experience with Composer for dependency management and PSR standards compliance
• Knowledge of RESTful API design principles and JSON/XML data formats
• Strong debugging skills and familiarity with tools like Xdebug and PHP profilers

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on diverse web projects across different industries and domains
• Access to modern development tools, IDE licenses, and collaboration platforms
• Regular training sessions and workshops on new PHP features and frameworks
• Supportive team environment with experienced developers and technical leads
• Career growth opportunities with clear progression pathways
• Comprehensive health benefits and wellness programs
• Flexible work schedule and remote work options available