Junior PHP Developer

This is a remote position.

Junior PHP Developer - US/Canada - 1+ Year - Full-time

How to Apply: Visit skyrecruitments.com to learn more & apply

Brief Intro:

SkyRecruitment is a people-focused staffing and recruitment agency that believes in the power of the right match. We are passionate about connecting employers with qualified candidates who are a good fit for their business culture and values.

Salary: $65K - $77K

Job Description:

You will collaborate with senior developers to write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using PHP and related technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience and enhance your skills in PHP development within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate with the development team to understand project requirements and objectives
2. Assist in the design and development of web applications using PHP and related technologies
3. Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices
4. Implement and integrate APIs and web services for seamless communication with external systems
5. Conduct testing and debugging to ensure the functionality and reliability of applications
6. Optimize application performance and scalability through code optimization and database query tuning
7. Collaborate with designers to ensure a visually appealing and user-friendly interface
8. Stay up-to-date with the latest PHP development trends and technologies
9. Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality
10. Document technical specifications and project details

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience)
2. Solid understanding of PHP development principles and best practices
3. Proficiency in PHP programming language
4. Familiarity with web development frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter
5. Experience with front-end development languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
6. Knowledge of database systems and experience with SQL
7. Understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git)
8. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
9. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
10. Ability to work independently and within a team
11. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with PHP-based CMS platforms (e.g., WordPress, Drupal)
2. Familiarity with front-end frameworks/libraries like React, Angular, or Vue.js
3. Knowledge of NoSQL databases
4. Exposure to Agile development methodologies
5. Basic understanding of software testing principles and methodologies

Why do we prefer SkyRecruitment?

SkyRecruitment's most recruitment clients have incredibly bright, mission-driven coworkers passionate about using modern web technologies to solve real-world problems---and we're multiplying. To continue building an engaging and dynamic organization, we're committed to giving everyone the support & connections with the best clients worldwide possible. We believe diverse perspectives and backgrounds are critical to building great technology, and our goal is to cultivate an environment where people feel equally valued and respected.