Senior Software Engineer - PHP

About this role

Job Summary
A PHP developer is responsible for writing server-side web application logic. PHP developers usually develop back-end components, connect the application with other (often third-party) web services, and support the front-end developers by integrating their work with the application. They are also often required to develop and integrate plugins for certain popular frameworks.
Responsibilities

• Analyze business requirements

• Estimate assigned tasks

• Write code and unit tests

• Collaborate with other team members

• Tune your code for enhanced security and performance

• Maintain systems by fixing any existing issues

• Update issue tracking software

• Provide status updates

• Communicate with client

• Control versions of your code

• Research new technologies

• Lead a team of software engineers

• Mentor team members through training and guidance

• Upgrade skills and knowledge

• Evaluate candidates for open positions

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelors in Computer Science/Software Engineering or equivalent.

• Minimum four (4) years of related experience in a professional industry

• Strong knowledge of core PHP, MVC frameworks and Yii

• Strong knowledge of WordPress.

• Should know JQuery, JavaScript, AJAX

• Knowledge and experience in writing backend components and Restful APIs

• Understanding of security standards and compliances

• Experience with different relational and schemaless databases such as MySQL

• Creating a database structure for the required functionality

• Experience with writing unit tests and ensuring the minimum 90% test coverage

• Knowledge of and experience with Github, JIRA, and other collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off

• Work From Home

• Health Insurance

• OPD

• Training and Development

• Life Insurance

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