Sr PHP Developer/Lead

We are seeking a talented PHP Developer/Lead to join our dynamic team in Bangalore. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in PHP development and be proficient in integrating front-end and back-end technologies to build high-quality web applications. You will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and maintenance of our applications, while ensuring adherence to industry best practices.

Software Requirements

• Develop, test, and maintain web applications using PHP and related technologies.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications to ensure optimal performance.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
• Work closely with database administrators to design and implement database solutions.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to apply best practices in development.

Overall Responsibilities

• Ensure robust, scalable, and secure applications.
• Facilitate and lead discussions within the development team.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to their development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.

Technical Skills

• Proven experience as a PHP Developer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter).
• Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX

Database Management

• Experience with database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Understanding of database schema design and optimization.

Version Control & APIs

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.

Security & Best Practices: Knowledge of web security practices and protocols.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in PHP development.
• Up to 12 years of experience in relevant fields is acceptable.
• Previous experience in a leadership role is preferred.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Develop and implement features for web applications based on user requirements.
• Review code from peers and provide constructive feedback.
• Attend daily stand-ups and participate in sprint planning and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with database administrators on optimizations and queries.
• Research and integrate new technologies or frameworks to enhance productivity and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Relevant certifications in PHP or software development are a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with content management systems (e.g., WordPress, Joomla).
• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure).
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies.

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality work.