As a Lead Developer – PHP, you will be responsible for leading a team of developers in designing, developing, and maintaining high-quality web applications. You will oversee the entire software development lifecycle from gathering requirements to deployment ensuring the delivery of scalable and secure solutions. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor junior developers, and contribute to technology-driven innovations.
Experience. 7-10+ Years
Key Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Development
- Lead and manage the development team, ensuring efficient project execution.
- Drive end-to-end software development, including design, coding, testing, and deployment.
- Develop robust, scalable, and maintainable applications using PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony) and Java Spring Boot.
- Architect and implement RESTful APIs for seamless system integrations.
Collaboration & Project Management
- Work closely with stakeholders, designers, and backend teams to define project requirements.
- Translate business needs into technical solutions while ensuring feasibility and performance.
- Coordinate with DevOps teams for deployment, scalability, and cloud-based infrastructure.
Code Quality & Best Practices
- Maintain high coding standards by conducting code reviews, debugging, and optimizing performance.
- Ensure best practices in security, performance, and database optimization.
- Implement agile methodologies and contribute to continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
Mentorship & Team Support
- Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance and career development support.
- Foster a collaborative team environment focused on innovation and growth.
Continuous Learning & Innovation
- Stay updated with emerging trends in PHP, Java Spring Boot, and web technologies.
- Experiment with new frameworks, tools, and libraries to improve development efficiency.
- Contribute to internal knowledge-sharing sessions and technical discussions.
Required Skills & Experience
- PHP & Frameworks. Extensive experience with PHP, particularly in frameworks like Laravel and Symfony.
- Java Spring Boot. Proficiency in Java Spring Boot and its ecosystem for backend development.
- Web Development. Strong grasp of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, and frontend technologies.
- API Development. Hands-on experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
- Database Management. Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, with expertise in MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
- Security & Performance Optimization. Understanding of code security, encryption, performance tuning, and scalability.
- Problem-Solving. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
- Agile Methodologies. Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment with modern development workflows.
Why Join Us?
- Exciting Growth Opportunities. Be a part of a dynamic and rapidly growing company.
- Collaborative Work Culture. Work with highly skilled professionals in a supportive environment.
- Innovation & Learning. Stay ahead with new technologies, training programs, and workshops.
- Challenging Projects. Work on impactful projects that make a difference.
If you are passionate about building high-quality applications and leading a team of talented developers, we would love to hear from you!
Apply Now and Take Your Career to the Next Level with Coforge!