PHP Developer

About The Company Spectrum IT Recruitment is a leading recruitment agency specializing in connecting talented IT professionals with innovative organizations across various industries. With a strong reputation for excellence and integrity, Spectrum IT Recruitment has built a comprehensive network of clients and candidates, enabling us to match the right talent with the right opportunities. Our commitment to understanding client needs and candidate aspirations ensures we deliver tailored recruitment solutions that foster long-term success. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of professionalism, transparency, and support throughout the hiring process, making us a trusted partner for both employers and job seekers in the technology sector. About The Role Spectrum IT Recruitment is currently working with a dynamic client seeking an experienced Senior PHP Developer to join their team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a hands-on developer with a strong background in PHP and Symfony to contribute to critical web applications. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new features, maintaining existing systems, and supporting production environments. You will play a pivotal role in modernizing legacy systems, resolving complex technical issues, and ensuring the stability and performance of business-critical applications. This position requires a proactive approach, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within an Agile team environment. Qualifications Minimum of five years’ experience in developing and supporting enterprise-level web applications.Extensive proficiency in PHP 8+ and strong expertise in Symfony framework.Solid understanding of object-oriented programming, SOLID principles, and design patterns.Experience in developing and integrating RESTful APIs, with knowledge of OAuth2, OpenID Connect, and JWT.Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript ES6+.Strong SQL skills, including relational database design, query optimization, and performance tuning with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or equivalent.Hands-on experience with Linux, Git, Docker, and containerized development environments.Knowledge of automated testing, secure coding practices, and OWASP guidelines.Excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently or within a team, engaging effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Responsibilities Develop, enhance, and maintain existing web applications and supporting systems to ensure optimal performance and security.Participate actively in the full software development lifecycle within an Agile environment, from planning to deployment.Investigate and resolve production defects across application code, APIs, databases, and infrastructure, ensuring minimal downtime.Translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and maintainable technical solutions.Build and integrate RESTful APIs, including implementing authentication and authorization mechanisms.Modernize legacy applications by refactoring code, reducing technical debt, and adopting new technologies.Write automated unit and integration tests, contribute to code reviews, and uphold high-quality coding standards.Optimize application and database performance through query tuning, indexing, and infrastructure improvements.Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and adhere to secure coding practices to safeguard applications and data integrity. Benefits Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, and professional development opportunities. The role provides flexible working arrangements, fostering a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, you will have access to a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages continuous learning and growth. The organization values its employees' well-being and invests in their career advancement through training programs and mentorship initiatives. This position also offers the chance to work on cutting-edge projects, gaining valuable experience in modern technologies and practices within a supportive team setting. Equal Opportunity Spectrum IT Recruitment is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe diversity enhances our workplace and are dedicated to fostering a culture of respect, fairness, and equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and join our community of talented professionals.