A PHP developer is responsible for writing server-side web application logic. PHP developers usually develop back-end components, connect the application with other (often third-party) web services, and support the front-end developers by integrating their work with the application. They are also often required to develop and integrate plugins for certain popular frameworks.
Responsibilities
Analyze business requirements
Estimate assigned tasks
Write code and unit tests
Collaborate with other team members
Tune your code for enhanced security and performance
Maintain systems by fixing any existing issues
Update issue tracking software
Provide status updates
Communicate with clients
Control versions of your code
Research new technologies
Lead a team of software engineers
Mentor team members through training and guidance
Upgrade skills and knowledge
Evaluate candidates for open positions
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Bachelors in Computer Science/Software Engineering or equivalent.
Minimum four (4) years of related experience in a professional industry
Strong knowledge of core PHP, MVC frameworks, and Yii
Strong knowledge of WordPress.
Should know JQuery, JavaScript, AJAX
Knowledge and experience in writing backend components and Restful APIs
Understanding of security standards and compliance
Experience with different relational and schemaless databases such as MySQL
Creating a database structure for the required functionality
Experience with writing unit tests and ensuring a minimum of 90% test coverage
Knowledge of and experience with GitHub, JIRA, and other collaboration tools