Senior PHP Developer (Zend/Laminas Framework)

Category: Telecommunications

Location:

About the Client:

Our client is a leading provider of unified communications solutions. We are committed to delivering innovative technology that connects businesses and enables seamless communication. Join our dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge projects

that make a real impact.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Zend/Laminas Developer to lead our development initiatives and drive technical excellence. In this role, you will architect and implement complex web applications, mentor junior developers, and play a key role in shaping our technology strategy. You will work on our unified communications platform, ensuring scalability, security, and high performance.

Responsibilities:

- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex web applications using the Zend/Laminas Framework

- Architect and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions

- Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to ensure best practices and code quality

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, QA) to define project requirements and deliverables

- Optimise application performance and ensure high availability and reliability

- Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to technical challenges

- Participate in technical decision-making and contribute to architectural discussions

- Write comprehensive technical documentation

- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues

- Lead by example with clean, efficient, and well-tested code

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

- 5+ years of experience in PHP development, with a strong focus on the Zend/Laminas Framework

- Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and SOLID principles

- Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Angular)

- Extensive experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and ORM solutions (Doctrine, Eloquent)

- Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation

- Experience with version control systems, particularly Git, and familiarity with Git workflows

- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues

- Proven leadership and mentoring abilities

- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

- Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies

Preferred Skills:

- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

- Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes

- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) and automated testing frameworks

- Deep understanding of web application security best practices (OWASP Top 10, authentication, authorization)

- Experience with microservices architecture

- Knowledge of message queues (RabbitMQ, Apache Kafka)

- Experience with caching solutions (Redis, Memcached)

- Understanding of DevOps practices and tools

- Contributions to open-source projects (especially Zend/Laminas-related)

- Experience with performance monitoring and optimization tools.

Technical Leadership

- Design and implement technical solutions that align with business objectives

- Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks

- Establish coding standards and best practices for the development team

- Conduct technical interviews and contribute to hiring decisions

- Provide technical guidance and support to project managers and stakeholders

Include examples of your work with PHP and any Zend/Laminas projects you've completed. Include the GitHub portfolio link.

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