Senior PHP Developer

About The Company Spectrum IT Recruitment is a leading technology recruitment agency dedicated to connecting talented IT professionals with reputable organizations across various industries. With a strong focus on quality and client satisfaction, Spectrum IT Recruitment has built a reputation for delivering exceptional staffing solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. Our extensive network and industry expertise enable us to source top-tier candidates for a wide range of technical roles, ensuring both clients and candidates achieve their goals efficiently and effectively. Committed to fostering long-term relationships, Spectrum IT Recruitment strives to provide a seamless recruitment experience grounded in professionalism, transparency, and excellence. About The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior PHP Developer to join our client's dynamic team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers a unique opportunity for a developer with a strong background in PHP and Symfony to take ownership of critical web applications, contribute to modernisation efforts, and support ongoing maintenance and development initiatives. The successful candidate will be responsible for working on business-critical systems, delivering innovative features, resolving complex technical issues, and enhancing legacy applications to improve performance and security. This hands-on position requires a proactive individual who can quickly grasp existing codebases, collaborate effectively within an Agile environment, and communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of professional experience supporting and developing business-critical web applications. Extensive expertise in PHP 8+ and Symfony framework is essential, alongside a solid understanding of object-oriented programming, SOLID principles, and design patterns. Proficiency in developing and integrating RESTful APIs, with knowledge of OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and JWT, is also required. Additionally, candidates should have a good grasp of front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript ES6+, as well as strong SQL skills with experience in relational database design, query optimization, and performance tuning using PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar databases. Familiarity with Linux, Git, Docker, automated testing, secure coding practices, and OWASP standards is highly desirable. Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently or within a team are vital for success in this role. Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and maintain existing web applications and supporting systems to ensure optimal performance and security.Participate in the full software development lifecycle within an Agile team, from planning and design to deployment and support.Investigate and resolve production defects across application code, APIs, databases, and infrastructure components.Translate complex business requirements into secure, maintainable technical solutions that align with organizational goals.Build and integrate RESTful APIs, including implementing authentication and authorization mechanisms.Modernize legacy applications by refactoring codebases and reducing technical debt to improve maintainability and scalability.Write automated unit and integration tests, contribute to code reviews, and uphold best coding practices.Enhance application and database performance through optimization and tuning techniques.Maintain comprehensive technical documentation to facilitate ongoing support and knowledge sharing.Follow secure coding standards and stay updated on emerging security threats and mitigation strategies. Benefits Joining our client's team offers a range of benefits, including competitive salary packages, opportunities for professional development, and exposure to cutting-edge technologies. The role provides a collaborative work environment that encourages innovation and continuous learning. Additionally, the company promotes a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements where applicable. As part of the team, you will have access to resources and support to help you succeed and grow your career within a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence. Equal Opportunity Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. They are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with respect and fairness, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. They encourage applications from all qualified individuals and believe that a diverse workforce enhances innovation and drives organizational success.