Mid-Level Software Developer (PHP/Symfony/React)

mrge - commerce advertising; Montreal; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic tech company in Montreal is looking for a motivated Mid-Level Software Developer. In this role, you will develop and enhance software products, focusing on high-performance PHP applications using Symfony. Candidates should have 3-5 years of relevant experience, strong knowledge of relational databases, and familiarity with AWS. Join our collaborative team and contribute to exciting projects in a growing environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a Software Developer.
• Solid understanding of relational databases.
• Experience with caching services like Valkey or Redis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain clean, high-performance code using PHP and Symfony.
• Manage MariaDB databases, writing and optimizing queries.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure projects align with business goals.

Skills

Object-oriented PHP

Symfony framework

MariaDB

AWS

React

TypeScript

RESTful API design

Microservices architecture

CI/CD principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

Tools

Docker

Job description

Looking for an exciting challenge?

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Mid-Level Software Developer to join our dynamic team. As a key player in our development process, you will contribute to the creation of new software products and the enhancement of our existing large-scale applications. If you have a passion for clean code and a strong background in our tech stack, we encourage you to apply.

Core Technologies We Use:

• Backend: PHP (Symfony)
• Front End: React/Type Script
• Database: MariaDB
• Caching: Valkey/RedisCloud & DevOps: AWS, Amazon ECS, Amazon EKS (Kubernetes)

Your Tasks:

• Develop and maintain clean, high-performance, and scalable code using PHP and the Symfony framework.
• Design and manage our MariaDB databases, including writing and optimizing complex queries.
• Build and support our applications, including database integration, interfaces, and new features.
• Work with our DevOps team to deploy and manage applications using AWS, ECS, and EKS.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure projects align with business goals.
• Actively participate in code reviews to maintain our high standards of quality.
• Assist in the testing and deployment of new products and features.

Your Profile:

• Proven experience as a Software Developer, with a strong preference for 3-5 years in the field.
• Solid, hands-on experience with object-oriented PHP, particularly with the Symfony framework.
• Strong understanding of relational databases, specifically MariaDB or MySQL.
• Demonstrated experience with AWS, including hands-on work with ECS and/or EKS (Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with caching services such as Valkey or Redis.
• Experience with front-end technologies like React/TypeScript is a strong asset.
• A solid grasp of RESTful API design and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with CI/CD principles and tools (e.g., Docker, pipelines).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be currently located in and legally eligible to work in Canada.
• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.