Junior PHP Developer

MDVELOP TECHNOLOGY SDN BHD; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company is seeking a motivated Junior PHP Developer in Kuala Lumpur. This role requires 1-2 years of hands-on PHP development experience, particularly with Laravel. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining and developing web applications, ensuring code quality and system performance. Proficiency in Mandarin is essential for collaboration, alongside a good command of English. The position offers various benefits including annual leaves and bonuses.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Medical and Hospitalisation Leave

EPF

SOCSO

EIS

Annual Bonus

Company Trip

5 Working Days

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of working experience in PHP development.
• Solid understanding of PHP (OOP concepts).
• Hands-on experience with Laravel framework.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining web applications using PHP and Laravel framework.
• Write clean, structured, and maintainable code following development best practices.
• Support backend development tasks including feature implementation and bug fixing.
• Work with databases to create, optimize, and maintain queries.
• Assist in integrating internal and third-party APIs.

Skills

PHP development

Laravel framework

MySQL

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

RESTful APIs

Git

Education

Diploma / Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Requirements

• Diploma / Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• 1–2 years of working experience in PHP development
• Solid understanding of PHP (OOP concepts)
• Hands‑on experience with Laravel framework
• Familiarity with MVC architecture
• Experience using MySQL or other relational databases
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript, HTML, CSS
• Familiar with RESTful APIs and basic API integration
• Experience with Git or other version control systems
• Willingness to learn, responsible, and able to work independently with guidance

Added Advantages (Nice to Have)

• Experience with Redis or caching mechanisms
• Exposure to queue systems (e.g. Laravel Queue)
• Understanding of basic web security practices
• Experience working on high-traffic or transaction‑based systems

Language Requirements

• Proficiency in Mandarin (spoken and written) to collaborate with Mandarin‑speaking internal stakeholders and technical documentation
• Good command of English
• Basic knowledge of Bahasa Malaysia is an added advantage

Job Overview

MDvelop Technology Sdn Bhd is looking for a motivated Junior PHP Developer with 1–2 years of hands‑on experience to support the development and maintenance of web‑based systems. This role is suitable for a developer who has a solid foundation in PHP and Laravel, is eager to learn, and enjoys working in a fast‑paced technical environment.

You will work closely with senior developers to enhance existing systems, build new features, and ensure system stability and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and maintaining web applications using PHP and Laravel framework
• Write clean, structured, and maintainable code following development best practices
• Support backend development tasks including feature implementation and bug fixing
• Work with databases to create, optimize, and maintain queries
• Assist in integrating internal and third‑party APIs
• Perform basic debugging, testing, and performance improvements
• Maintain proper technical documentation
• Collaborate with team members to deliver tasks within project timelines

Benefits

• Annual Leave
• Medical and Hospitalisation Leave
• EPF
• SOCSO
• EIS
• Annual Bonus
• Company Trip
• 5 Working Days