Senior PHP Developer

About The Company Spectrum IT Recruitment is a leading technology staffing agency dedicated to connecting talented IT professionals with top-tier organizations across various industries. With a proven track record of excellence, Spectrum IT Recruitment specializes in providing tailored recruitment solutions that meet the unique needs of both clients and candidates. Our extensive network, industry expertise, and commitment to quality ensure that we deliver exceptional talent for temporary, contract, and permanent positions. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships and supporting the growth and success of our clients by sourcing highly skilled IT professionals who drive innovation and operational 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 an exciting opportunity for a developer with a strong background in PHP and Symfony to take ownership of critical web applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new features, maintaining existing systems, and supporting production environments. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other developers, to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business objectives. This position requires a proactive approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to adapt to evolving project requirements. The Senior PHP Developer will play a vital role in modernizing legacy systems, improving application performance, and ensuring secure coding practices are adhered to throughout the development lifecycle. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of five years of professional experience in web application development, with proven expertise in PHP 8+ and Symfony framework. A strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles is essential. Candidates should have extensive experience in developing and integrating RESTful APIs, along with knowledge of OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and JWT for secure authentication and authorization. Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript ES6+ is required. Additionally, candidates should have solid SQL skills, including relational database design, query optimization, and performance tuning using PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar databases. Experience working with Linux, Git, Docker, and containerized development environments is highly desirable. Candidates should also demonstrate familiarity with automated testing, secure coding practices, and OWASP guidelines. Effective communication skills and the ability to work independently or collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders are crucial for success in this role. Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and maintain existing web applications and supporting systems to ensure optimal performance and security.Participate actively throughout the entire software development lifecycle within an Agile team environment, delivering high-quality code on time.Investigate and resolve production defects, including issues related to application code, APIs, databases, and infrastructure components.Translate complex business requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable technical solutions.Design, build, and integrate RESTful APIs, including implementing authentication and authorization mechanisms.Modernize legacy applications to improve functionality, reduce technical debt, and enhance system stability.Write automated unit and integration tests, participate in code reviews, and ensure adherence to best coding practices.Optimize application and database performance through effective query tuning and system improvements.Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and follow secure coding standards to safeguard applications and data. Benefits Our client offers a competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of their employees. This includes flexible working arrangements, opportunities for continuous learning and development, and access to modern tools and technologies. Employees benefit from a collaborative and innovative work environment, where their contributions are valued and recognized. Additionally, the organization promotes a healthy work-life balance and provides support for career advancement through training programs and mentorship initiatives. As part of the team, you will have the chance to work on impactful projects that drive real business value and technological innovation. Equal Opportunity Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse teams bring unique perspectives and ideas, which are essential for innovation and success. All employment decisions are made based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join a company that values and promotes equality and fairness in the workplace.