PHP Developer
M&N Fab Core Facility Cleanroom (KU Leuven)
Pennsylvania, United States0–3 yrs1h agovia LinkedIn
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications using PHP.
- Write clean, organized, reusable, and maintainable code.
- Assist with developing backend functionality and application features.
- Work with MySQL or other relational databases to create and maintain data-driven applications.
- Integrate web applications with REST APIs and third-party services.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application bugs, errors, and performance issues.
- Participate in testing and debugging of new and existing application features.
- Assist with code reviews and follow established development standards.
- Maintain and update technical documentation.
- Collaborate with frontend developers, software engineers, designers, and other technical teams.
- Assist with application deployments, updates, and ongoing maintenance.
- Monitor application functionality and help identify areas for improvement.
- Follow version-control and software development procedures.
- Participate in Agile development activities when applicable.
- Perform other software development duties as assigned.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- PHP
- HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Relational databases and SQL
- MySQL, PostgreSQL, or similar database systems
- REST APIs
- Git or other version-control systems
- Web application architecture
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to learn new technologies and development frameworks quickly
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
- 0–3 years of experience in PHP development, web development, or a related software development role.
- Basic to intermediate knowledge of PHP.
- Basic understanding of REST APIs and web application architecture.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, or another PHP framework.
- Familiarity with Composer and PHP package management.
- Basic knowledge of object-oriented programming.
- Experience working with RESTful APIs and JSON.
- Familiarity with GitHub, GitLab, or similar development platforms.
- Basic understanding of Linux environments and web servers.
- Familiarity with Docker or cloud-based development environments.
- Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.
- Knowledge of automated testing or PHPUnit is a plus.