Codeft Digital - Senior PHP Developer - Laravel/Symfony/CodeIgniter (14-15 yrs)

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior PHP Developer with a minimum of 124+ years of professional experience.

This role involves leading the development, maintenance, and optimization of robust web applications.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in modern PHP frameworks, MySQL database management, RESTful API development, AWS deployment, and CI/CD pipelines, along with experience in integrating third-party services.

A strong ability to mentor junior developers and drive technical excellence is essential.

Key Responsibilities :

Application Development and Maintenance :

- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable and secure web applications using PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.

- Optimize and refactor legacy systems to enhance performance and maintainability.

- Develop reusable modules and libraries to streamline development efforts.

Database Management :

- Architect, design, and optimize MySQL databases for scalability and efficiency.

- Implement and manage database migrations, indexing, and query optimization.

API Development and Third-Party Integration :

- Design and implement robust RESTful APIs for internal and external systems.

- Integrate third-party APIs (e.g, payment gateways, CRM platforms, analytics services), ensuring security and reliability.

Cloud Infrastructure and CI/CD :

- Deploy and maintain applications on AWS, utilizing services like EC2, S3, RDS, and Lambda.

- Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines to automate testing, integration, and deployment processes.

Leadership and Mentorship :

- Mentor junior and mid-level developers, providing guidance on coding standards, best practices, and technical challenges.

- Conduct code reviews to ensure high-quality and maintainable codebases.

- Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and project roadmaps.

Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting :

- Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in applications and databases.

- Debug complex issues in production and development environments to ensure reliability and scalability.

Documentation and Best Practices :

- Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for projects, processes, and workflows.

- Establish and enforce coding standards, security protocols, and development guidelines across the team.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

Educational Background :

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience.

Experience :

- Minimum 12+ years of hands-on experience in PHP development.

- Proven expertise in frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.

Technical Skills :

- Strong proficiency in MySQL, with extensive experience in query optimization and schema design.

- Deep understanding of RESTful API development and secure API integration.

- Hands-on experience with AWS services (e.g, EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda) for scalable application deployment.

- Proficiency in setting up and managing CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or AWS CodePipeline.

- Strong knowledge of Git version control and collaborative workflows.

- Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus.

- Familiarity with front-end frameworks (Vue.js, React, or Angular) and modern JavaScript practices is a bonus.

Soft Skills :

- Strong leadership and mentorship abilities.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Effective written and verbal communication skills.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Why Join Us ?

If you are passionate about building exceptional web applications and want to grow your career in PHP development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and become a part of our innovative and supportive team!.