Specific Skills
A PHP Developer with 5+ years of experience must be proficient in PHP 7+, with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) and MVC frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter. Expertise in REST APIs, MySQL/PostgreSQL, and ORM tools is essential. Familiarity with frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, React, or Vue.js) is valuable. Hands-on experience with version control (Git), Docker, and CI/CD pipelines is required. Knowledge of Linux servers, cloud services (AWS, Azure), and secure coding practices is crucial. Understanding Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA is a plus.
Job Description
A PHP Developer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable PHP-based web applications. Core duties include writing clean, efficient code, integrating REST APIs, and managing databases (MySQL, NoSQL). They collaborate with frontend developers to create seamless user experiences and optimize performance. Managing server-side logic, ensuring data security, and deploying on cloud platforms (AWS, DigitalOcean) are essential tasks. They maintain and improve legacy systems, troubleshoot bugs, and ensure cross-platform compatibility. Code reviews, documentation, and mentoring junior developers are key responsibilities. Following Agile practices and keeping up with the latest technologies are integral to the role.