PHP Developer

Job description / Role

We are looking for a PHP Developer who is dedicated to his craft, writes code that is proud of and can hit the ground running. We need you to write beautiful, fast PHP to a high standard, in a timely and scalable way that improves the code-base of our products in meaningful ways.

You will be a part of a creative team that is responsible for all aspects of the ongoing software development from the initial specification, through to developing, testing and launching.

Responsibilities:
- 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

- Proven 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
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related subject

About the Company

Swiss Gulf Partners are experts in Digital and Technology recruitment.

We love all things digital and tech! Actually we’re a bit nerdy about it, but above all else our talent is finding talent. Being passionate about building relationships with our clients and our candidate community is our highest priority.

Our clients know that we understand what it takes to build award winning teams and businesses, we’ve done it time and time again. Our candidate community know that we find them the best opportunities to make their next career choice with confidence.