Geylang - PHP Developer (Backend)

Job Description:

Your expertise in PHP programming and backend development will contribute to delivering high-quality, scalable, and performant software solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, designers, and project managers to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Design and develop robust, scalable, and secure server-side applications and APIs using PHP and related technologies.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize application performance, troubleshoot and resolve bugs, bottlenecks, and other issues as they arise.
• Work with databases, to design schemas, write efficient queries, and manage data effectively.
• Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms to ensure data security and user access control.
• Integrate third-party services, libraries, and APIs as needed to enhance application functionality.
• Collaborate with the front-end team to ensure seamless integration between the front-end and backend systems.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in PHP and web development to continuously improve the team's practices and technologies.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and maintain a high standard of code quality.
• Contribute to the software development life cycle by participating in planning, estimation, and sprint activities.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years of proven work experience as a PHP Backend Developer or similar role, with a strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Proficiency in PHP programming language and a deep understanding of its ecosystem.
• Experience with web frameworks such as Laravel, Codeigniter, or similar MVC design pattern.
• Strong understanding of relational and MySQL databases, including database design, optimization, and querying.
• Basic understanding with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and the ability to collaborate effectively with front-end developers.
• Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
• Ability to write clean, efficient, and well-organized code following coding standards and best practices.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to debug and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with RESTful API design and integration.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and services is a plus.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines is a plus.