PHP Architect / Lead Developer
Location: 100% Remote
Contract: 6-month contract (potential extension)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced PHP Architect/Lead Developer to join our agile, forward-thinking technology team. Our in-house platforms power everything from industry-leading e-learning solutions to highly integrated office logistics, all hosted on AWS.
In this role, you'll help shape the architecture of new features, enhance existing systems, and mentor a talented team of developers. You'll work with modern PHP frameworks-Symfony, Laravel, and in-house MVC solutions-while leveraging CI/CD practices and cloud-native designs.
Key Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain enterprise applications, e-learning portals, and web services using PHP.
* Apply solid software design patterns and industry best practices.
* Architect and optimize database systems (MySQL) and craft raw SQL queries for performance.
* Translate complex business requirements into scalable, maintainable technical solutions.
* Build and maintain client and management reporting tools.
* Contribute to the evolution of developer tools, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS-based architectures.
* Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced developers.
* Support a global user base and ensure high-quality, well-documented code.
What We're Looking For
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong PHP development expertise with object-oriented design and SOLID principles.
* Proven experience with Symfony, Laravel, and custom MVC frameworks.
* Solid architecture and design skills for complex, scalable applications.
* Expertise in relational database schema design and optimization (MySQL).
* Proficiency with Git workflows, LAMP stack, and REST API integrations.
* Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS (specificity, inheritance, positioning), JavaScript, AJAX, and DOM manipulation.
* Experience with unit/functional testing and Docker containerization.
* Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
Desirable
* Enterprise/ERP application development.
* Familiarity with AWS and cloud-native deployments.
* Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD).
* Strong front-end skills.
Why Join Us?
* Cutting-edge environment: Work with a seasoned PHP team using modern CI/CD practices.
* Collaborative culture: Friendly, knowledge-sharing environment that values new ideas and continuous learning.
* Flexible remote contract: Deliver impactful work from anywhere.
How to Apply
Ready to shape the future of our platforms? Send your CV and a short cover letter highlighting relevant experience to (url removed) with the subject line "PHP Architect/Lead Developer - Contract".
Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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