PHP Developer - Laravel/MySQL (4-7 yrs)

We are urgently seeking a Contract-to-Hire (C2H) PHP/Laravel/MySQL Developer to join our senior management team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a University Management Application project, where you will contribute directly to the development and enhancement of a robust system used by educational institutions.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the backend architecture using PHP, Laravel, and MySQL, as well as contributing to high-level decision-making as part of the senior management team. This is a full-time position with a hybrid work model, offering flexibility to work both in-office and remotely. Minimum

Responsibilities :

- Develop and maintain backend solutions using PHP and Laravel for a University Management Application.

- Design, implement, and manage databases using MySQL.

- Work closely with senior management to align technical efforts with business objectives.

- Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.

- Troubleshoot, test, and maintain the core product software to ensure strong functionality and optimization.

- Participate in the design and development of scalable architecture for future system enhancements.

- Engage in Agile project management practices, including sprint planning and stand-up meetings.

- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders to ensure clear understanding of requirements and progress.

- Maintain high standards of software quality within the team by establishing best practices and performing code reviews.

Requirements :

- Proven experience as a PHP Developer with expertise in Laravel framework.

- Strong proficiency in MySQL and database design/management.

- Solid understanding of MVC architecture and RESTful APIs.

- Experience with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.

- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

- Strong leadership and communication skills, with experience reporting to senior management.

- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

- Experience with University Management Systems or similar large-scale applications is highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Previous experience in an educational or administrative software project.

- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).

- Understanding of cloud-based infrastructure (AWS, Azure) and deployment tools.

- Experience with testing tools like PHPUnit and familiarity with CI/CD processes.

Work Model :

- Full-Time, Hybrid Model : The candidate must be available to work in-office for part of the week and remotely as required. Candidates must be flexible to adapt to project demands and management schedules.