Technical Lead (PHP - Laravel - Lumen)

Shispare Pvt. Ltd.; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled PHP Developer with extensive experience in Laravel. This role involves developing cutting-edge web applications and collaborating closely with the UX team to ensure a seamless user experience. You'll lead the entire development life cycle, from initial concept through to delivery and post-launch support, while documenting processes and coordinating with project managers. The ideal candidate will be a creative problem solver with a strong background in PHP and Laravel, eager to stay ahead of the latest trends in web development. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of PHP experience, with 4-5 years as a Laravel developer.
• In-depth knowledge of object-oriented PHP and Laravel framework.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain web-based PHP applications on premium service platforms.
• Lead the web application development life cycle from concept to delivery.

Skills

PHP

Laravel

Web Services (SOAP and REST)

GIT

SQL schema design

Problem-solving

Angular JS

React Native

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science

Tools

PHPUnit

PHPSpec

Behat

Job description

• Develop, record and maintain cutting edge web-based PHP applications on portal plus premium service platforms
• Build innovative, state-of-the-art applications and collaborate with the User Experience (UX) team
• Prepare and maintain all applications utilizing standard development tools
• Utilize backend data services and contribute to increase existing data services API
• Lead the entire web application development life cycle right from concept stage to delivery and post launch support
• Convey effectively with all task progress, evaluations, suggestions, schedules along with technical and process issues
• Document the development process, architecture, and standard components
• Coordinate with co-developers and keeps project manager well informed of the status of development effort and serves as liaison between development staff and project manager
• Keep abreast of new trends and best practices in web development
• Excellent knowledge of Web Services (SOAP and REST services).
• Knowledge of version control systems like GIT (mandatory).
• Work with business leaders to define, develop, and execute solutions that are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.
• Participate with your team in agile scrum meetings, including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Provide technical oversight over feature development, ensure appropriate test coverage, and review and approve pull requests.
• Provide clear and concise updates to senior management.

Qualifications:

• Previous working experience in PHP for 8 to 10 years and 4 to 5 years as Laravel developer.
• Experience with Lumen Microservices framework is also desired.
• BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS or similar relevant field
• In depth knowledge of object-oriented PHP and Laravel PHP Framework
• Hands on experience with SQL schema design, SOLID principles, REST API design
• Software testing (PHPUnit, PHPSpec, Behat)
• MySQL profiling and query optimization
• Creative and efficient problem solver
• Experience with Angular JS & React native are a plus.

Information Technology and Services - Karachi, Pakistan