Java with PHP developer

Cygnus Professionals; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in California is seeking a talented leader to oversee technical design and manage a team of developers in both PHP and Java environments. The role requires strong knowledge of core Java, experience with major frameworks, and the ability to ensure high-quality deliverables. Candidates with a passion for coaching and an agile mindset will thrive in this position that promises challenging opportunities in system architecture and design.

Qualifications

• Expert core Java knowledge required.
• Experience managing complex, multi-tier production environments essential.
• Proven experience with front-end development using PHP and Javascript frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Drive technical design of systems and manage deadlines.
• Guide and coach developers on web front end and backend systems.
• Ensure coding standards are met through code reviews.

Skills

Core Java knowledge

Java frameworks and servers: Spring, Hibernate, Ant, Tomcat, Guice

Java/PHP build systems and CI tools

Front-end development using PHP, Javascript frameworks

SQL and Database optimization techniques

Unix environment

Test Driven Development techniques

Agile environment

Leadership and management skills

Education

College or technical degree in Computer Science

Job description

Description: This is a leadership role and requires someone who can drive the technical design of systems, manage people to hit deadlines, and can do code reviews and ensure standards are met. The individual will guide and coach PHP and Java developers for the web front end and backend systems.

Requirements

• Expert core Java knowledge
• Experience with common Java frameworks and servers: Spring, Hibernate, Ant, Tomcat, Guice
• Experience with Java/PHP build systems and CI tools
• Experience managing complex, multi tier production environment, from development to release.
• Proven experience with front-end development using PHP, Javascript frameworks (Angular, Ember, Backbone) and responsive CSS.
• Comprehensive computer-science fundamentals (OOP, Data Structures, Design Patterns)
• Excitement about the challenges of internationalization
• Command of SQL and Database optimization techniques
• Comfortable working in Unix environment
• Practices Test Driven Development techniques (JUnit, PHPUnit, Angular/Ember-Unit testing and Integration testing)
• Worked in Agile environment
• Experience leading/managing developers
• Experience delivering technical design/architecture

Pluses

• Zend Certified PHP Developer
• Active contributor to open source software
• Command-line scripting skills
• College or technical degree in Computer Science
• Experience with offshore development
• Experience working with CMS (WordPress, Joomla, Drupal or Enterprise CMS)

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.