Senior PHP Developer

About theClient: Ourclientis a leading provider of unified communications solutions. We arecommitted to delivering innovative technology that connects businesses and enablesseamless communication. Join our dynamic team and contribute to cutting-edge projectsthat make a real impact. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced Senior Zend/Laminas Developer to lead our developmentinitiatives and drive technical excellence. In this role, you will architect and implementcomplex web applications, mentor junior developers, and play a key role in shaping ourtechnology strategy. You will work on our unified communications platform, ensuringscalability, security, and high performance. Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex web applications usingthe Zend/Laminas Framework Architect and implement scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to ensure best practices andcode quality Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, QA) to define projectrequirements and deliverables Optimise application performance and ensure high availability and reliability Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions totechnical 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 Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or arelated field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of experience in PHP development, with a strong focus on theZend/Laminas Framework Deep understanding of object-oriented programming, design patterns, and SOLIDprinciples Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, andmodern frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Angular) Extensive experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and ORMsolutions (Doctrine, Eloquent) Strong knowledge of RESTful API design and implementation Experience with version control systems, particularly Git, and familiarity with Gitworkflows 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 teamenvironment 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 automatedtesting 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 anyZend/Laminas projects you've completed. Include the GitHub portfolio link. #J-18808-Ljbffr