PHP developer

A PHP Developer is responsible for developing and maintaining web applications using PHP, one of the most widely used server-side scripting languages. The role requires both technical skills and problem-solving abilities to build efficient, scalable, and user-friendly websites and web applications.

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Equivalent practical experience in PHP development may also be considered in lieu of formal education.

• Experience in PHP Development: Typically, 1-3 years of hands-on experience with PHP. For senior positions, 3-5 years of experience or more may be required.
• Experience with Web Technologies: Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and AJAX for front-end integration and a good understanding of front-end frameworks.
• Experience with Database Management: Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases for handling data storage, queries, and optimization.

• PHP Programming: Strong proficiency in PHP (especially PHP 7.x or higher), including object-oriented programming (OOP) concepts and MVC frameworks.

• Frameworks: Experience with popular PHP frameworks such as:

  • Laravel
  • Symfony
  • CodeIgniter
  • Yii
  • Zend Framework

• Database Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of MySQL or PostgreSQL, including database design, optimization, and creating complex queries.

• APIs: Knowledge of working with RESTful APIs, SOAP, and integrating third-party services or APIs.

• Version Control: Proficiency in Git for version control, managing code repositories, and collaborating in teams.

• Security: Understanding of web security practices such as SQL injection, cross-site scripting (XSS), cross-site request forgery (CSRF), and securing user data.

• Debugging and Testing: Familiarity with debugging tools and unit testing frameworks like PHPUnit for writing and executing unit tests to ensure code quality.

• JavaScript: Basic understanding of JavaScript, or familiarity with front-end libraries like jQuery, Vue.js, or React to implement interactive web features.

• HTML5/CSS3: Solid understanding of HTML5 and CSS3, as well as experience with responsive design frameworks like Bootstrap.

• Web Servers: Experience with Apache or Nginx and understanding how PHP interacts with these servers.

• Content Management Systems (CMS): Experience with PHP-based CMS platforms like WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla may be beneficial, depending on the organization’s needs.

• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot code and identify optimal solutions for complex development tasks.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to write clean, well-documented, and efficient code while ensuring high code quality and performance.

• Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills to work with other developers, designers, and stakeholders.

• Teamwork: Ability to collaborate with other developers, designers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality web applications.

• Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced development environment.