PHP Developer

Essential Job Functions 

• Write “clean”, well designed code


• Produce detailed specifications


• Troubleshoot, test and maintain the core product software and databases to ensure strong optimization and functionality


• Contribute in all phases of the development lifecycle


• Follow industry best practices


• Develop and deploy new features to facilitate related procedures and tools if necessary

Requirements

• 3+ years of software development experience in PHP


• Understanding of open source projects like Joomla, Drupal, Wikis, osCommerce, etc


• Demonstrable knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, Javascript, AJAX etc


• Good knowledge of relational databases, version control tools and of developing web services


• Experience in common third-party APIs (google, facebook, ebay etc)


• Passion for best design and coding practices and a desire to develop new bold ideas


• Fluency with source control in git and github

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and will not be the final and formal template. Employees may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Equity Statement

We are committed to Employment Equity when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal applicants will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.