Senior PHP Developer - Sandton - HR Genie

Description

Senior PHP Developer Opportunity at a Global Tech Firm

We are seeking an experienced Senior PHP Developer to join our team on a contract basis. Our client is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a talented Senior PHP Developer to help us build robust backend processes and seamless API integrations. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain high-quality backend processes using PHP.
• Develop and manage APIs for seamless integration with various systems.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize application performance and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Senior PHP Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in PHP and its frameworks (e.g., Zend, Symfony).
• Extensive experience with backend process development.
• Experience with node.js and expertise in API design and integration.
• Solid understanding of composer for PHP and database management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with frontend technologies including jQuery, CSS, and HTML.
• Knowledge of modern frontend frameworks (e.g., Vue.js) is a plus.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Docker, Jenkins).
• Understanding of Agile methodologies.