Software Developer - PHP/Laravel for Corporate Apps

Cogent Communications; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

PTO

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) with employer match

Stock options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cogent Communications is seeking a Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain several in-house business applications supporting Corporate Sales, Operations, and Finance. Under a technical lead, you will gather requirements, build proofs-of-concept, obtain feedback, and complete development, testing, and deployment of applications.

You will also maintain existing PHP and Java apps. The role emphasizes collaborating with stakeholders, handling end-user needs, and delivering robust

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PHP web development experience.
• 2+ years of Laravel framework.
• 2+ years of full-time experience with MySQL and/or MSSQL.
• Proficiency with HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
• Experience in all phases of SDLC, OO analysis and design, and revision control systems.
• Ability to converse with end-users, gather requirements, and provide feedback in plain non-technical English.
• Ability to structure a software project (UI / API / DB).
• Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation.
• At least 2 years of Computer Science college education or similar studies.
• Outstanding customer service and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze technology/capability gaps, research, develop, and deploy software solutions
• Work with project leads to define sprints and associated deliverables
• Collaborate with other developers to design and optimize code
• Conduct integration, test, bug fixes, and other software maintenance activities
• Perform requirements analysis and proof of concept or prototyping as needed for engineering and design of corporate applications
• Support applications in O&M status by providing enhancements and bug fixes as needed
• Code, test, and debug new software or enhancements to existing software
• Develop user interfaces and applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life cycle
• Integrate platforms leveraging APIs
• Assist in the creation of technical documentation and user guides in support of developed software

Skills

PHP

Laravel

MySQL

MSSQL

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

SDLC

OO analysis

Documentation

Communication

Education

CS coursework

Job description

Cogent Communications is seeking a Software Developer to design, develop, and maintain several in-house business applications supporting Corporate Sales, Operations, and Finance. Under a technical lead, you will gather requirements, build proofs-of-concept, obtain feedback, and complete development, testing, and deployment of applications.

You will also maintain existing PHP and Java apps. The role emphasizes collaborating with stakeholders, handling end-user needs, and delivering robust