Full Stack Senior Developer (PHP)

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Full Stack Developer with deep expertise in PHP to join our growing technology team. In this role, you will collaborate closely with other developers to design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications. As a senior team member, you will play a key role in guiding the technical direction of product development efforts. This includes leading by example in adopting best practices, applying robust design patterns, and ensuring code quality, performance, and security across the stack. You should be proactive, self-driven, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with cross-functional teams. A strong understanding of platform architecture and the surrounding service ecosystem is essential, as you ll help align technical solutions with broader business goals.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in software development using PHP, JavaScript, and Angular
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a senior software engineering role.
• Strong proficiency with PHP web applications for backend development
• Proficient in JavaScript, Angular, HTML5, CSS for frontend development
• Proven experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs
• Demonstrated experience developing web applications and services using AWS technology stack.
• Practical knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git, and automated build and deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools like Bamboo or Jenkins.
• Working experience with Agile and Scrum methodologies.
• Understanding of application security principles and secure coding practices.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
• Comfortable using Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop robust, scalable web applications and services using the AWS technology stack.
• Collaborate with software architects to translate business requirements into efficient, maintainable technical solutions.
• Work closely with product managers, UI/UX designers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality, end-to-end software solutions.
• Ensure high code quality through effective development practices, code reviews, and adherence to development standards.
• Implement and enforce application security best practices to ensure secure software delivery.
• Ensure web applications meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA accessibility standards.
• Participate in Agile development cycles, working closely with scrum teams and product owners to meet delivery goals.
• Coordinate with QA and DevOps teams to ensure compliance with the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including those responsible for system and application integration.
• Contribute to the adoption and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines for reliable and efficient software deployments.
• Conduct code and security reviews to ensure software meets performance, quality, and compliance standards.
• Optimize application performance and ensure compatibility across different platforms and devices.
• Develop comprehensive unit tests to validate code functionality and ensure software reliability.
• Create and maintain clear, organized technical documentation, including specifications, workflows, and procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues, identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing long-term fixes.
• Continuously assess and recommend improvements to platforms, products, and processes to enhance efficiency and value delivery.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with authentication and authorization frameworks (OAuth2, JWT).
• Prior experience working with distributed or remote teams.
  

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.