WEB DEVELOPER

Furchild; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pet-centric culture

Growth opportunities

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

A leading pet food company in Dubai is seeking a Web Developer to join their innovative team. The role emphasizes PHP and the Yii2 framework to enhance their subscription services. The ideal candidate should have a strong educational background in computer science, proven experience in scalable applications, and good knowledge of SQL. This startup offers a pet-centric culture and numerous growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience creating scalable applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and engage in agile development.
• Basic knowledge of managing cloud servers.

Responsibilities

• Write back-end code and build efficient PHP modules using Yii2.
• Analyze data and application requirements.
• Develop new features and integration to reduce the admin work.

Skills

Strong knowledge of PHP web frameworks such as Yii2

Understanding of MVC design patterns

Knowledge of object-oriented PHP programming

Good knowledge of SQL and related databases

Proficient understanding of code versioning tools

Good problem-solving skills

Knowledgeable in Flutter Framework

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or similar field

Tools

Git

Adobe XD

Photoshop

Job description

At The Furchild, we are on a mission to transform the pet food industry. We create fresh, human-grade pet food, tailored to the unique nutritional needs of dogs and cats. Since 2016, we’ve become the leading natural pet food subscription service in the UAE, delivering directly to our customers’ doors and helping pets live their healthiest, happiest lives.

Founded by passionate pet lovers, we’re now one of the fastest-growing startups in the UAE, with ambitious plans for the years ahead. We’re looking for a Web Developer to join our team and help us shape the future of the pet food industry.

What You’ll Love About Us

• Pet-centric culture: We don’t just love pets – we live for them. If you’re passionate about animals, you’ll fit right in.
• Fast-growing startup: Be part of an exciting, innovative company disrupting the $90 billion global pet food industry.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace: We provide equal opportunity and foster a workplace where everyone is embraced without regard to gender identity, race, nationality, or any other characteristic.
• Growth opportunities: We’re expanding fast, and we want you to grow with us.

Job Description

• Writing back-end code and building efficient PHP modules using the Yii2 Framework.
• Analyzing data and application requirements.
• Troubleshooting current application and code issues.
• Developing new features and integration to reduce the admin work.
• Responding to code adjustment requests by co-workers.
• Updating and modifying applications to enhance performance.
• Developing a user-friendly and responsive front-end that the users will love.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of PHP web frameworks such as Yii2
• Understanding of MVC design patterns
• Knowledge of object-oriented PHP programming
• Understanding accessibility and security compliance.
• Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system
• Familiarity with the limitations of PHP as a platform and its workarounds
• Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes
• Good knowledge of SQL and related databases, with a preference for those with MySQL experience.
• Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
• Basic knowledge of Creative tools to extract needed assets such as Adobe XD, Photoshop or any related tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a similar field.
• Previous experience creating scalable applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and engage in agile development.
• Basic knowledge of managing cloud servers and configuration of the deployment of the scripts.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Knowledgeable in Flutter Framework is a plus.

Additional Information

We’re not just feeding pets – we’re changing the way people care for them. At The Furchild, our work is driven by a shared love for animals and a commitment to making a real difference in their lives. When you join us, you’re part of something bigger – a company that values innovation, customer satisfaction, and most importantly, the health of pets.

Our Hiring Process

1. Apply: Submit your application, and our team will review your profile.
2. Initial Interview: If your qualifications align, we’ll schedule an initial conversation with you.
3. Hiring Manager Interview: Shortlisted candidates will meet with hiring managers.
4. Assessment: Depending on the role, you may be invited for a case study, trial assignment, or coding session.
5. Offer: Successful candidates will receive an offer within 2-3 weeks from their initial application.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited about making a difference in the lives of pets and being part of a fun, innovative company, we’d love to hear from you!