Full Stack PHP Developer (Laravel / CodeIgniter)

We are looking for a Full Stack PHP (LARAVEL / CodeIgniter Developer with 5-8 years of experience who has a strong understanding of PHP, MySQL, GitHub, RESTful APIs, Payment Gateway Integration, SMS Integration, and other related technologies. The ideal candidate should be proficient in both front-end and back-end development, ensuring seamless web application functionality, security, and performance. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain dynamic web applications using PHP (Laravel/CodeIgniter preferred). Design and optimize database structures using MySQL for high-performance applications. Integrate payment gateways (Razorpay, PayU, Stripe, PayPal, etc.) and SMS services (Twilio, MSG91, etc.). Work with RESTful APIs to integrate third-party services and applications. Develop and maintain version control using GitHub/Git. Write efficient, reusable, and secure code following industry best practices. Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize application performance. Work closely with front-end developers to ensure seamless UI/UX integration using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery. Ensure security, data protection, and best coding standards in development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong experience in PHP (Laravel/CodeIgniter preferred). Proficiency in MySQL and ability to write optimized queries. Experience working with RESTful APIs and JSON/XML data. Hands-on experience with Payment Gateway Integration (Razorpay, Stripe, PayU, etc.). Experience with SMS API Integration (Twilio, MSG91, etc.). Knowledge of Git/GitHub for version control. Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, and AJAX. Understanding of security best practices in web development. Ability to work in an Agile development environment. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Good communication and teamwork skills. Preferred Skills (Good to Have): Knowledge of Cloud Services (Hostinger, AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure). Experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with React.js or Vue.js for front-end development. Understanding of OAuth and authentication protocols. Education: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Benefits: Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Flexible work hours and hybrid/remote work options. Learning and career development opportunities. A dynamic and collaborative work environment.